North of Tyne and Gateshead Formulary
Prescribing guidelines
Gastro-intestinal system
- Anti-emetic agents – alternatives to metoclopramide
- Prescribing guidance for the treatment of constipation in adults
- Prescribing guidance for the treatment of constipation in children
Cardiovascular system
- Anticoagulation in Non-Valvular AF in Primary Care – Mar 2017
- Antiplatelet Guidelines – Mar 2017
- Dalteparin prescribing fact sheet
- Enoxaparin prescribing fact sheet
- FATS7 – A strategy for the use of cholesterol lowering drugs in Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland (approved for use in Gateshead)
- Gateshead CCG Atrial Fibrillation Prescribing in Primary Care – Jan 2015 update
- Heart Failure Guideline – Revised Mar 2017
- Initiating anticoagulant therapy guidance
- Management of confirmed left ventricular systolic dysfunction LVSD
- Tinzaparin prescribing fact sheet
Respiratory system
- COPD Management Guideline NGCCG Mar-17
- Gateshead adult asthma guide May 2015
- Stop Smoking Product Guide
Central nervous system
- Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors – information for primary care
- Antipsychotic leaflet for primary care – September 2016
- Atomoxetine_SCG_ADHD_in_Children_and_Young_People_May_2016
- Dexamfetamine_SCG_ADHD_in_Children_and_Young_People_May_2016
- Gateshead pain guidelines for chronic condition
- Gateshead Council Public Health Pathway for the provision of Nalmefene
- Gateshead Council Public Health Substance Misuse Service Pathway for the provision of Take-Home Naloxone
- Guidelines for prescribing of methadone, benzodiazepines and buprenorphine in substance misuse
- Headache Management Guidelines (Adult) – May 2016 Northern East Update
- Lithium SCG – update
- Lisdexamfetamine SCG for the treatment of ADHD in Children – update
- Memantine – information for primary care
- Methylphenidate_SCG_ADHD_in_Children_and_Young_People_Giggle_Incontinence_May_2016
- Naltrexone_SCG_May_2016
- Shared care guideline for ketamine in palliative care
- Strong opioid guidelines for the treatment of chronic non-malignant pain
- Shared Care Guideline Melatonin April 2015
Infections
- North East & Cumbria antimicrobial prescribing guideline for primary care (27720 downloads)
- Quick Reference Guide to Common Infections in Primary Care
- C.diff risk assessment tool
- Prescribing guidance for recommended use of rifaximin and its place in the management of persistent hepatic encephalopathy
Endocrine system
- Denosumab prescribing information sheet
- Gender Dysphoria – Feminising Hormones – Mar 2017
- Gender Dysphoria – Masculinising Hormones – Mar 2017
- Osteoporosis Prescribing Guidelines 2014
- Stepped Approach to Type 2 Diabetes Guidance
Obstetrics, gynaecology and urinary tract
Nutrition and blood
- Gateshead guidelines for prescribing oral nutritional supplements in adults May 2015
- Gateshead Vitamin D Prescribing Guidelines
Musculoskeletal
- Prevention and management of infection in patients with autoimmune rheumatic disease
- Management of Rheumatic Disease Patients in the Orthopaedic Perioperative Period 2014
- Methotrexate Prescribing Safety Advice – October 2016
- Gateshead Prescribing Guidance for the Treatment of Gout 2014
Eye
Skin
- Acne Management Guidelines – Sept 2016
- Guidelines for prescribing dermatology specials
- Gateshead emollient formulary quick reference guide
Wound management
- Gateshead, South Tyneside and Sunderland Wound Management Formulary
- South Tyneside FT Wound Management Formulary – Quick Reference Guide
- South Tyneside FT Wound Management Formulary Nursing Homes
Specials
Other Guidance