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Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sore throat

1 February 2024

Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sinusitis

1 February 2024

Patient Specific Directions (PSD)

10 June 2020This article describes Patient Specific Directions and the requirements for their writing and use

Patient Group Directions in Complex Commissioning Scenarios

10 June 2021This guide supports planning, decision making and advises on governance processes when PGDs are used within commissioned services.

Patient Group Directions e-learning programme

8 December 2021E-learning developed by SPS in partnership with UKHSA, HEE and eLfH to support professionals who use, develop, authorise, review or update PGDs.

Patient Group Directions and electronic record systems

21 September 2020Advice on management of PGD authorisation and use using electronic systems.

Patient Group Directions (PGDs) and abortifacients

14 September 2020This article advises on the legal position on the supply/administration of abortifacients under PGDs.

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Patient Group Direction use in remote consultations

3 February 2022Advice on managing PGDs during organisational changes to ensure continuity of safe care with overarching good governance.

Patient Group Direction use in Primary Care Networks

8 January 2020About PCNs Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are networks of GP practices collaboratively working together and with community, mental health, social care, pharmacy, hospital and voluntary…