Latest issue of Hampshire & IOW Medicines Optimisation Bulletin

Written by AlisonFreemantle on Thursday 16th March 2023

Issue 81 Provided by Hampshire & Isle of Wight ICB

The latest bulletin contains information on the following:

  1. Local valproate referral form
  2. MHRA: Pholcodine-containing cough and cold medicines: withdrawal from UK market.
  3. Formulary update- IQoro (Non-formulary)
  4. Prescribing resources on HIOW ICS website
  5. NHS England: What is a biosimilar medicine?
  6. NHSE: National primary care clinical pathway for constipation in children
  7. Urinary tract infections in adults – update to NICE Quality Standard
  8. Semaglutide for managing overweight and obesity – New guidance (TA875)
  9. SPS- Medicine Supply Tool
  10. Insuman® products discontinued.
  11. New patient materials to support practice referrals to community pharmacists.
  12. AWTTC: Polypharmacy in older people: a guide for healthcare professionals
  13. PSNC: New regulations to accompany the introduction of HRT prepayment certificates (HRT PPCs)

Download the bulletin here for more information and links: