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When not to use a PGD

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are an unsuitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an alternative legal framework is applied.

When PGDs can be used

12 February 2024Understanding when PGDs are a suitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an appropriate legal framework for service provision.

Introduction to PGDs

12 February 2024Understand what a Patient Group Direction (PGD) is and how it is used in clinical practice.

Clarithromycin for sinusitis

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for sinusitis in penicillin allergy and where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.

Aciclovir for shingles

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of aciclovir for shingles in specified patient groups.

Clarithromycin for otitis media

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of clarithromycin for otitis media in those with a penicillin allergy.

Clarithromycin for infected insect bites or stings

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of clarithromycin for infected insect bites or stings in penicillin allergy.

Fusidic acid 2% cream for impetigo

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of fusidic acid 2% cream for localised impetigo.

Fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis.

Otigo (phenazone with lidocaine) ear drops for otitis media

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of Otigo (phenazone with lidocaine) ear drops for symptomatic relief of pain due to otitis media.

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