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CQC’s Annual Controlled drugs update report for 2024
Source: The CQC -15th July 2025 The safer management of controlled drugs 2024 report highlights our oversight activity under the Controlled Drugs (Supervision of Management and Use) Regulations 2013. It includes what...
SOPs Page Update
By Dispex After receiving constructive feedback, we have added a “Template last updated by Dispex ” column, allowing members to easily see whether they need to replace their current SOP with...
Is there a required ink colour for GP signatures on FP10s?
By Dispex Dr Philip Koopowitz: “There is no indication about restriction of the colour of ink. Indeed NHSBSA is not mandated to check that a signature is on the script...
DDA Annual Conference – Update
It is now less than 10 weeks until the DDA Annual Conference which takes place at the National Conference Centre (NCC), near the NEC, Birmingham on Wednesday 24th and Thursday...
NEW Members Discount on Omnicell Clear MDS Trays!
We’re now able to offer Dispex members exclusive discounts on MDS trays directly from Omnicell! Non-members are also welcome to purchase online at standard rates. We encourage all orders to...
Keeping Medicines Safe- Room Temperature
By Dispex The Importance of Ambient Temperatures in Dispensaries With the current heatwave, many dispensing practices across the UK are facing a familiar yet critical challenge: maintaining a safe ambient...
Temporary pause in dispatch operations- Dispensary Supplies
Heads up! Due to a temporary pause in dispatch operations, no items will be shipped between 23rd and 27th June. Please place your orders by 2pm on Friday 20th June to...
VISUfarma have changed their discount scheme
If you are already signed up to their current scheme, you need do nothing more. They have simplified the schemes, so that if you dispense at least 30 packs of...
Pfizer brands now available as generics
Source: Community Pharmacy England 11.6.25 You should be aware that Pfizer Limited has recently ceased supplying a number of its well-established brands and released generic equivalent versions instead. Please click...
Controlled Drugs Management!
Dispex can provide you with all your needs in Controlled Drugs Management! • Electronic Controlled Drug & Returns Register-FREE for members • Controlled Drug Registers- discount for members...
Supporting Dispensing Practices For Over Two Decades
Welcome to Dispex Dispex is a trusted and respected name among dispensing professionals, known for delivering high-quality content and expert support. We’ve upheld our reputation through the careful selection...
NEW Members Discount on Omnicell Clear MDS Trays!
We’re now able to offer Dispex members exclusive discounts on MDS trays directly from Omnicell! Non-members are also welcome to purchase online at standard rates. We encourage all orders to...