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Using opioids for pain relief during pregnancy

10 August 2022Opioid analgesics may be used at any stage of pregnancy at the lowest effective dose for the short-term relief of pain when other analgesics are not effective.

Preparing to use ranibizumab biosimilar

29 June 2022Ranibizumab biosimilar needs planning. Ensure you are familiar with the area and then develop an implementation plan working with the multidisciplinary team.

Good governance when implementing ranibizumab biosimilar

29 June 2022Governance should consider processes for approval; procurement and supply; prescribing and administration; monitoring; and pharmacovigilance.

The licence and supporting evidence for ranibizumab biosimilars

29 June 2022A licensed ranibizumab biosimilar is available from Teva: Ongavia. Learn about the licensed indications and supporting evidence.

Compatibility of nebuliser solution combinations

22 June 2022Guidance on what to consider when mixing nebuliser solutions and advice on which combinations are compatible.

Using warfarin with proton pump inhibitors (PPIs)

17 June 2022PPIs may enhance warfarin anticoagulation. Patients on warfarin require counselling when started on a PPI and INR monitored appropriately.

Using chloramphenicol during breastfeeding

16 June 2022Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.

Parkinson’s disease medicines in swallowing difficulties

13 June 2022Guidance to help you ensure your patients with Parkinson’s Disease are able to get the most from their medicines if they develop swallowing difficulties

Switching doxazosin XL tablets to doxazosin standard tablets

12 May 2022Doxazosin XL tablets should not routinely be prescribed. Guidance is provided on switching doxazosin XL tablets to standard release tablets.

Using medicines for preventing acute mountain sickness

28 April 2022Non-pharmacological methods of prevention are best, although acetazolamide may be a helpful addition for adults at risk of developing acute mountain sickness.