UK Government restrictions on the use of Puberty Suppressing Hormones (Puberty Blockers) additional information for prescribers and pharmacists/dispensing doctors. Scotland

Published: 3 July 2025

The Chief Medical Officer (CMO) and the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer (CPhO) for Scotland has issued a letter with additional information on the restrictions on use of puberty supressing hormones. This includes:

  • Information on the NHS research study
  • Summary of the restriction changes
  • Buying GnRH analogues from unregulated sources
  • Guidance on working with unregulated providers
  • Support for children and young people affected by this change and
  • Prescribing scenarios for prescribers and dispensers.

The information can be found in the CMO’s letter.

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3 Jul 2025