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We have used combinations of published evidence, accepted practice and expertise to produce a range of advice and recommendations across the fields of pharmacy.

Why breastfeeding is important and how pharmacy can help

4 December 2020Pharmacy professionals can help ensure breastfeeding can continue whilst medicines are used. We guide on how to undertake this role.

Advising on medicines during breastfeeding

4 December 2020Most medicines can be used throughout breastfeeding, in some cases further risk-reducing methods may be required

Questions to ask when giving advice on medicines and breastfeeding

4 December 2020Information should be gathered on both the mother and the infant. Questions are provided to help determine clinical details

Information resources for advice on medicines and breastfeeding

4 December 2020SPS and other resources can help pharmacy professionals give advice on use of medicines during breastfeeding
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Management of Particulate Contamination of Aseptically Prepared Products - NHS Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Committee Guidance Note

24 November 2020Management of Particulate Contamination of Aseptically Prepared Products – NHS Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Committee Guidance Note
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Irinotecan: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

13 November 2020Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of irinotecan
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Ganciclovir: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

13 November 2020Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of Ganciclovir
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Daunorubicin: Cytotoxic Drug Stability Monograph

13 November 2020Stability information is essential for the safe aseptic preparation of daunorubicin

National Homecare Medicines Committee (NHMC) - Example Data Protection Protocol

26 October 2020The NHMC have prepared an example Data Protection Protocol for homecare medicines services. This document has been prepared to aid contracting authorities in preparing an…