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Class 3 Medicines Recall: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Europe Limited, Fingolimod Glenmark 0.5 mg Hard Capsules, EL(26)A/02
Source: MHRA/Gov.uk 21.1.2026 Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Europe Limited is recalling one batch after stability testing showed out-of-specification results. The batch is being recalled as a precautionary measure following test results...
Class 2 Medicines Recall: Mercury Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Paliperidone Mercury Pharma prolonged-release suspension for injection in pre-filled syringes, EL(26)A/01
Source: MHRA/Gov.uk 20.01.2026 Mercury Pharmaceuticals Ltd is recalling remaining stock of paliperidone pre-filled syringes as a precautionary measure due to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) deficiencies cited during a recent...
M6-C Artificial Cervical Disc, Spinal Kinetics LLC: New monitoring requirements for the risk of osteolysis (DSI/2026/001)
Source: MHRA/Gov.uk 15.1.2026 The MHRA has conducted an assessment following reports of osteolysis and early device failure in the literature and is issuing new monitoring requirements for patients implanted with...
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 of...
Shortage of Co-codamol 30mg/500mg tablets
Source: SPS 13.1.26 High impact The DHSC has published a Tier 3 Medicine Supply Notification for Co-codamol 30mg/500mg tablets. Status: Limited Supply until early June 2026. For further information please...
Dispex Training Options
Dispex is considered to be the leading educational company in the UK, providing professional training, advice and consultancy which purely focuses on dispensing practices- as well as providing profitability tools...
MMRV vaccine now added to the childhood routine schedule
Source: NHS England Bulletin 8.1.26 (issue 371) The MMRV vaccine now replaces the MMR vaccine in the routine schedule for children and is given at 12 months and 18 months....
Ensuring a consistent approach to infection prevention and control
Source: NHS England Bulletin 8.1.26 (issue 371) Winter poses unique challenges. Prevention must continue to be central to plans and IPC is a critical component in reducing risks. The following...
Dispensary Supplies from Dispex
We Have You Covered At Dispex, we make sourcing dispensary supplies simple, reliable and cost-effective. The range of essentials are designed specifically for dispensing practices, helping you run an efficient,...
Category M Misery…again – An unwelcome start the new year
Another big reduction in Category M prices will be an unwelcome start to the new year. In addition, the DHSC will be reducing Category A prices to claw back some...
Christmas Office Hours
The Dispex phone lines are now closed will reopen on the 2nd January. However, you can still contact us via email, but please note that orders will not...
New Drug Tariff Part VIIIA category, Category H, to be introduced in March 2026.
Source: NHSBSA Further to the Community Pharmacy Contractual Framework (CPCF) 2025/26 agreement and following consultation with Community Pharmacy England (CPE), this is advance notice for contractors that a new Part VIIIA category,...
