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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Date
3 Jul 2025