Latest issue of Hampshire & IOW Medicines Optimisation Bulletin

The latest bulletin contains information on the following:

1. European Medicines Agency (EMA) issue healthcare professional letter to remind prescribers about restrictions on use of systemic and inhaled fluoroquinolones
2. MHRA drug safety update: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): potential risks following prolonged use after 20 weeks of pregnancy
3. Formulary update: Bempedoic acid
4. Anticoagulant decision aid for non-valvular atrial fibrillation
5. Management of GLP-1 RA shortage
6. New Wessex Opioid resource: Why does my GP want to reduce my painkillers?
7. Direct oral anticoagulants (DOAC) infographic – updated
8. Summary of antimicrobial prescribing guidance - managing common infections
9. Decision aid to guide healthcare professional-patient discussions on sleeping pill prescriptions
10. Atopic eczema in under 12s: diagnosis and management

Download the bulletin here for more information and links:

• https://cpsc.franktesting.co.uk/download_file/view/4117/2819