Amber Initiation Guideline
... To decide/confirm benefits of anticoagulation outweigh risks and agree the need for anticoagulation. To decide on the most appropriate anticoagulant, if any, and initiate treatment following an informed discussion with the person/carer about the risks and benefits of NOAC compared with warfarin, as ...
... To decide/confirm benefits of anticoagulation outweigh risks and agree the need for anticoagulation. To decide on the most appropriate anticoagulant, if any, and initiate treatment following an informed discussion with the person/carer about the risks and benefits of NOAC compared with warfarin, as ...
Guidelines for Registration of Fixed
... finished pharmaceutical product (FDC-FPP) may be less than that of separate products given concurrently, and there are simpler logistics of distribution. Improved patient adherence and reduced development of resistance in the case of antimicrobials can be difficult to prove, but may be additional be ...
... finished pharmaceutical product (FDC-FPP) may be less than that of separate products given concurrently, and there are simpler logistics of distribution. Improved patient adherence and reduced development of resistance in the case of antimicrobials can be difficult to prove, but may be additional be ...
Safe use of Intravenous Conscious Sedation in Adult Patients
... minimum to achieve sedation and should be within the manufacturer’s guidelines. 4 If a combination of drugs is considered necessary the opioids should, whenever possible, be given before benzodiazepines and their effect observed before proceeding 4 to give any sedative. Each drug should be flushed w ...
... minimum to achieve sedation and should be within the manufacturer’s guidelines. 4 If a combination of drugs is considered necessary the opioids should, whenever possible, be given before benzodiazepines and their effect observed before proceeding 4 to give any sedative. Each drug should be flushed w ...
section 1: treatment of depression
... For people who are considered to be at increased risk of suicide or are younger than 30 years, normally see them after 1 week and then frequently until the risk is no longer clinically significant, particularly if they have been commenced on a SSRI. Review periods should be based on individual asses ...
... For people who are considered to be at increased risk of suicide or are younger than 30 years, normally see them after 1 week and then frequently until the risk is no longer clinically significant, particularly if they have been commenced on a SSRI. Review periods should be based on individual asses ...
Macugen®, pegaptanib - Medication Policy Manual | Index
... Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults. September 1998. [cited 02/02/2015]; Available from: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/obesity/ob_gdlns.pdf ...
... Evaluation, and Treatment of Overweight and Obesity in Adults. September 1998. [cited 02/02/2015]; Available from: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/obesity/ob_gdlns.pdf ...
WHO Technical Consultation on a comprehensive National Hepatitis
... development of scientific research, improving the estimates of global prevalence and disease burden, mobilizing support and strengthening the WHO Safe Injection Global Network. In 2010–11, WHO developed a global viral hepatitis strategic framework with four components: (1) Partnerships, resource mob ...
... development of scientific research, improving the estimates of global prevalence and disease burden, mobilizing support and strengthening the WHO Safe Injection Global Network. In 2010–11, WHO developed a global viral hepatitis strategic framework with four components: (1) Partnerships, resource mob ...
document - Castle Point and Rochford CCG
... copies may be sent to other health professionals who are involved in the patient’s care where appropriate. The supplementary prescribing arrangement may be ended at any time, by either prescriber or the patient, at which time the medical prescriber will resume full responsibility for prescribing. In ...
... copies may be sent to other health professionals who are involved in the patient’s care where appropriate. The supplementary prescribing arrangement may be ended at any time, by either prescriber or the patient, at which time the medical prescriber will resume full responsibility for prescribing. In ...
Guidelines for the use of dabigatran and rivaroxaban
... stroke (mean CHADS2 score 2.1), over a median follow-up of 1.8 years. The trial was designed to test for non-inferiority, but demonstrated the superiority of apixaban (a prespecified analysis). The rate of the primary outcome (ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke or systemic embolism) was 1.27% per yea ...
... stroke (mean CHADS2 score 2.1), over a median follow-up of 1.8 years. The trial was designed to test for non-inferiority, but demonstrated the superiority of apixaban (a prespecified analysis). The rate of the primary outcome (ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke or systemic embolism) was 1.27% per yea ...
Implementation of NICE TAs 249, 256 and 275 Dabigatran
... stroke (mean CHADS2 score 2.1), over a median follow-up of 1.8 years. The trial was designed to test for non-inferiority, but demonstrated the superiority of apixaban (a prespecified analysis). The rate of the primary outcome (ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke or systemic embolism) was 1.27% per yea ...
... stroke (mean CHADS2 score 2.1), over a median follow-up of 1.8 years. The trial was designed to test for non-inferiority, but demonstrated the superiority of apixaban (a prespecified analysis). The rate of the primary outcome (ischaemic or haemorrhagic stroke or systemic embolism) was 1.27% per yea ...
Clozapine - Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
... Clozapine ~ an aide memoire for General Practitioners Clozapine is an antipsychotic used in the treatment of schizophrenia when other antipsychotics have not worked. It is normally initiated only by psychiatrists and on-going prescribing usually remains in secondary care. Since clozapine can cause n ...
... Clozapine ~ an aide memoire for General Practitioners Clozapine is an antipsychotic used in the treatment of schizophrenia when other antipsychotics have not worked. It is normally initiated only by psychiatrists and on-going prescribing usually remains in secondary care. Since clozapine can cause n ...
Prescribing guidelines for NSAIDs (including
... The potential for reduced pain and inflammation with NSAIDs must be weighed against the well established multiple risks of treatment. They include: hypersensitivity reactions e.g. asthma. Severe dyspepsia, GI bleeds and ulceration, precipitating and enhancing hypertension & heart failure, functional ...
... The potential for reduced pain and inflammation with NSAIDs must be weighed against the well established multiple risks of treatment. They include: hypersensitivity reactions e.g. asthma. Severe dyspepsia, GI bleeds and ulceration, precipitating and enhancing hypertension & heart failure, functional ...
What is an optimal dosage regimen - Physiologie et Thérapeutique
... EMEA "Points to consider" July 2000 • Inadequate dosing of antibiotics is probably an important reason for misuse and subsequent risk of resistance • A recommendation on proper dosing regimens for different infections would be an important part of ...
... EMEA "Points to consider" July 2000 • Inadequate dosing of antibiotics is probably an important reason for misuse and subsequent risk of resistance • A recommendation on proper dosing regimens for different infections would be an important part of ...
Tick-Borne Encephalitis vaccine
... Junior®: The first dose should be given on the elected date, the second dose given one to three months later and the third dose given between five and twelve months after the second dose. If there is a need to achieve a rapid immune response, the second dose may be given two weeks after the first do ...
... Junior®: The first dose should be given on the elected date, the second dose given one to three months later and the third dose given between five and twelve months after the second dose. If there is a need to achieve a rapid immune response, the second dose may be given two weeks after the first do ...
NHS Fife Guidelines for Benzodiazepine Prescribing in Benzodiazepine Dependence
... daily dose until taking their prescribed medication only. They may choose to do this by gradual reduction (see schedules at appx 6). However, doses greater than 30mg diazepam are rarely necessary as this is sufficient to prevent benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms (including withdrawal seizures) in v ...
... daily dose until taking their prescribed medication only. They may choose to do this by gradual reduction (see schedules at appx 6). However, doses greater than 30mg diazepam are rarely necessary as this is sufficient to prevent benzodiazepine withdrawal symptoms (including withdrawal seizures) in v ...
Methadone Maintenance Treatment (MMT)
... prescribed and used. No serious adverse reactions or organ damage have been specifically associated with continued methadone use extending more than 20 years in some patients. Minor side effects, such as constipation or excess sweating, may appear during early days of treatment and are easily manage ...
... prescribed and used. No serious adverse reactions or organ damage have been specifically associated with continued methadone use extending more than 20 years in some patients. Minor side effects, such as constipation or excess sweating, may appear during early days of treatment and are easily manage ...
Course Title - Stephen F. Austin State University
... portfolio on time constitutes 1 late clinical day for each occurrence. Case Study List (Evolve Apply (HESI) Case Studies Online): The case studies count toward hours for the clinical component of this class. Because this is a clinical assignment, it is PASS/FAIL. All clinical components must be comp ...
... portfolio on time constitutes 1 late clinical day for each occurrence. Case Study List (Evolve Apply (HESI) Case Studies Online): The case studies count toward hours for the clinical component of this class. Because this is a clinical assignment, it is PASS/FAIL. All clinical components must be comp ...
ADVISOR Y Substance Abuse Treatment OxyContin
... alcohol and drugs, and the result is all too often tragic. Abuse of prescription medications is not a new phenomenon. There have long been concerns about abuse of Percocet®, hydrocodone, and a host of other medications. What sets OxyContin abuse apart is the potency of the medication. Treatment prov ...
... alcohol and drugs, and the result is all too often tragic. Abuse of prescription medications is not a new phenomenon. There have long been concerns about abuse of Percocet®, hydrocodone, and a host of other medications. What sets OxyContin abuse apart is the potency of the medication. Treatment prov ...
Shared Care Guideline for Testosterone
... The responsibility for management of patients with Testosterone can be shared between the specialists and general practitioners (GP). GPs are invited to participate. If the GP is not confident to undertake this role, they are under no obligation to do so. In such an event, the clinical responsibilit ...
... The responsibility for management of patients with Testosterone can be shared between the specialists and general practitioners (GP). GPs are invited to participate. If the GP is not confident to undertake this role, they are under no obligation to do so. In such an event, the clinical responsibilit ...
CME Dermatology
... grading scheme such as the revised Leeds grading scheme.5 It is important to include all the various acne lesions – inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules and cysts, as well as the non-inflammatory lesions – and also record postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring. Acne can produce low self- ...
... grading scheme such as the revised Leeds grading scheme.5 It is important to include all the various acne lesions – inflammatory papules, pustules, nodules and cysts, as well as the non-inflammatory lesions – and also record postinflammatory hyperpigmentation and scarring. Acne can produce low self- ...
Opioid Dependence Treatment and Guidelines
... doses were too high which resulted in intolerable adverse effects. In 1947, Eli Lilly bought the commercial rights for methadone for $1 and coined the brand name “Dolophine” from the Latin words “dolor” (pain) and “finis” (end).10,12 By 1971, an estimated 25,000 patients were enrolled in a methadone ...
... doses were too high which resulted in intolerable adverse effects. In 1947, Eli Lilly bought the commercial rights for methadone for $1 and coined the brand name “Dolophine” from the Latin words “dolor” (pain) and “finis” (end).10,12 By 1971, an estimated 25,000 patients were enrolled in a methadone ...
Clinical pharmacist role / service definition grid
... as members of a profession to commit to life-long learning and their obligation to maintain accepted standards of behaviour and professional practice, including those imposed through legislation. The Units presented in this Functional Area underpin all professional activities undertaken by pharmacis ...
... as members of a profession to commit to life-long learning and their obligation to maintain accepted standards of behaviour and professional practice, including those imposed through legislation. The Units presented in this Functional Area underpin all professional activities undertaken by pharmacis ...
Slide 1
... and the general consensus of experts in the addiction field that, for most individuals, treatment and recovery work best in a community-based, coordinated system of comprehensive services. • Because no single treatment approach is effective for all persons, CSAT supports the nation's effort to provi ...
... and the general consensus of experts in the addiction field that, for most individuals, treatment and recovery work best in a community-based, coordinated system of comprehensive services. • Because no single treatment approach is effective for all persons, CSAT supports the nation's effort to provi ...
Slides 1-103 - Addiction Technology Transfer Center
... and the general consensus of experts in the addiction field that, for most individuals, treatment and recovery work best in a community-based, coordinated system of comprehensive services. • Because no single treatment approach is effective for all persons, CSAT supports the nation's effort to provi ...
... and the general consensus of experts in the addiction field that, for most individuals, treatment and recovery work best in a community-based, coordinated system of comprehensive services. • Because no single treatment approach is effective for all persons, CSAT supports the nation's effort to provi ...
Budget Impact Assessment Form
... In the case of insulin, oral contraceptives, and injectables, the prescription cost will follow the same cost calculation indicated above. In general, the net prescription cost to Alberta Health sponsored drug programs should be calculated as 70% of the total prescription cost calculated above. The ...
... In the case of insulin, oral contraceptives, and injectables, the prescription cost will follow the same cost calculation indicated above. In general, the net prescription cost to Alberta Health sponsored drug programs should be calculated as 70% of the total prescription cost calculated above. The ...