Latest issue of Hampshire & IOW Medicines Optimisation Bulletin

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:

• https://cpsc.franktesting.co.uk/download_file/view/3948/2715