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Class 3 Medicines Recall: Theramex HQ UK Ltd, Evorel Sequi, EL (23)A/34
Source: MHRA/Gov.uk 6.9.23 Theramex has informed the MHRA that some cartons of Evorel Sequi contain the incorrect combination of patches. An error at the packaging site means that a limited...
NHS launches first-ever sexual safety charter to help protect staff
Source: NHS England 5.9.23 More support will be provided to NHS staff who have suffered harassment or inappropriate behaviour, thanks to a first of its kind sexual safety charter. The...
Some remote GP appointments as effective as face-to-face ones
Source: Practice Index 4.9.23 Remote GP and other primary care consultations can be as effective as face-to-face appointments for some conditions, new research has found. A study by a team at Imperial...
NHS England has brought forward the start of the Covid and flu vaccination season
Source: NHS England 30.8.23 NHS England are also prioritising care home residents, due to concerns over the new Covid variant BA.2.86. In light of the changes in risk balance...
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Class 4 Medicines Defect Information: Kyowa Kirin Limited, Tostran (Testosterone, 2% gel), EL (23)A/33
Source: MHRA /Gov.uk 31.8.23 Kyowa Kirin Limited has notified MHRA that the priming instructions in the current PIL for Tostran 2% gel require updating. MDR number MDR 013-08/23 Company name...
Class 2 Medicines Recall: Veriton Pharma Limited, Epistatus 2.5 mg oromucosal solution, pre-filled syringe (PFS), EL(23)A/32
Source: MHRA /Gov.uk 30.8.23 Veriton Pharma Limited is recalling a specific batch of Epistatus (midazolam) 2.5mg Oromucosal Solution (pre-filled oral syringes) due to confirmed out of specification results related to...
Drug Tariff Update September 2023
Published: 30 Aug 2023 5.5 DELETIONS FROM SEPTEMBER 2023 DRUG TARIFF 5.5.2 PART VIIIA – BASIC PRICES OF DRUGS Special Container Price Category Members can login here to view
NEWS FLASH: Concession Price -August 2023:Final Update
Members’ Service The DHSC has updated Concession prices for August (30th). Dispex members can login to our website to see the updates all together in one place, and in alphabetical...
National Patient Safety Alert: Medical beds, trolleys, bed rails, bed grab handles and lateral turning devices: risk of death from entrapment or falls (NatPSA/2023/010/MHRA)
Source: MHRA /Gov.uk 30.8.23 The MHRA continues to receive reports of deaths and serious injuries from entrapment or falls relating to medical beds, bed rails, trolleys, bariatric beds, lateral turning...
Class 4 Medicines Defect Information: Galderma (U.K.) Limited, Loceryl 5% w/v Medicated Nail Lacquer (5.0 ml), EL (23)A/31
Source: MHRA/ Gov.uk 29.8.23 Galderma (U.K.) Limited has informed the MHRA that a pallet of Loceryl 5% w/v Medicated Nail Lacquer from a batch licensed only for distribution in Ireland...
NEWS FLASH: Concession Price Update- 3rd for August
Members’ Service The DHSC has updated Concession prices for August (25th). Dispex members can login to our website to see the updates all together in one place, and in alphabetical...
