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Using NSAIDS during breastfeeding

2 February 2024Ibuprofen or diclofenac are the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) of choice. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants.

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.

Penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) for sinusitis

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for the supply of penicillin V (phenoxymethylpenicillin) where an intranasal steroid is unsuitable or ineffective.

Erythromycin for infected insect bites or stings

1 February 2024SPS PGD template for supply of erythromycin for infected insect bites or stings in both penicillin allergy and pregnancy.