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Prescribing newsletter August 2015
Prescribing newsletter August 2015 Urinary tract infection: management in elderly patients PresQIPP Acute coronary syndrome: ezetimibe added to simvastatin (IMPROVE-IT […]
Bulletin – Controlled Drugs: Learning from Incidents
Controlled Drugs: Learning from Incidents July 2015 NECS supports the NHS England Area Team Controlled Drugs Accountable Officer in ensuring […]
Prescribing newsletter April 2015
New MicroGuide antibiotic smartphone app, drugs and driving, oxycodone liquid prescribing on EMIS alert, repeat dispensing, Pharmacy Management National Forum
Reminder – different potencies of topical corticosteroids
There have been recent supply problems with Betnovate cream and ointment, including the RD preparation; this may mean that it is necessary to prescribe an alternative product / formulation.
Prescribing newsletter December 2014
Keep Calm winter campaign | Pharmacy Emergency Repeat Medication Supply Service (PERMSS) | Advice for prescribers on the risk of misuse of pregabalin and gabapentin | Call for pharmacy teams for support drug drive campaign | Morphine 10mg/1ml supply problems
Prescribing newsletter October 2014
Public Health England antibiotics report | Antibiotics campaign | NECS and CPPE conference | Prescription security | Sildenafil prescribing restrictions | Changes to BNF online |
Prescribing newsletter August 2014
NTAG decisions rivaroxaban for acute coronary syndromes, dapoxetine for premature ejaculation | High dose vitamin and mineral supplements for prevention of AMD | Blood glucose testing strips safety alert | Further evidence on the risk of pneumonia with inhaled fluticasone or budesonide for COPD | Guidance for healthcare professionals on drug driving | High dose ibuprofen
Prescribing newsletter June 2014
Prescribing newsletter June 2014 LMWH in high risk pregnancies New MHRA advice for domperidone Safety reminder – increased risk of […]
Prescribing newsletter March 2014
Prescribing newsletter March 2014 Pharmacy Management National Forum 7th May My Medicines My Health green medicine bags March 2014 BNFs […]