Pharmacy Information

In April 2017, the Tobacco Products Directive came into force. Since this date the Medicines and Healthcare Regulatory Authority (MHRA) has been responsible for devices used to inhale nicotine [...]

In 2017, the NHS spent £569 million on prescriptions of medicines able to be purchased over the counter from pharmacies and other outlets for conditions considered to be self-limiting minor [...]

The CQC is the independent regulator of health and adult social care in England, and its role is to register, monitor and inspect healthcare services. The CQC publishes reports of its [...]

Melatonin 1mg/ml oral solution (150ml) is now available as a licensed medicine and it is marketed by Colonis Pharma Ltd. The General Medical Council (GMC) requires prescribers to always use a [...]

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) produces an annual update on the management of controlled drugs and this latest report includes guidance on: the increase in opioid prescribing across the UK and [...]

It is not permitted to use patient group directions (PGDs) to administer medication such as flu vaccines for occupational health services, following legal advice issued by NHS England. Instead, [...]

Santen have released an announcement that new bottles will be introduced for some of their products in the UK between August 2019 and February 2020, and that patients should be advised that [...]

QS184 – Dementia This NICE quality standard was published in June 2019 and covers preventing dementia, and assessment, management and health and social care support for people with dementia. It [...]

NG127-Suspected neurological conditions: recognition and referral This NICE guideline was published in May 2019 and covers the initial assessment of symptoms and signs that might indicate a [...]

Updated advice on duration of treatment for common infections Prevention of development and spreading of antimicrobial resistance remains a global health priority. It should be achieved by [...]