Pharmacy alerts

  • GLP-1 receptor agonists, reminder of potential side effects

    Drug safety update: The MHRA has published a reminder of the potential side effects and to be aware of the potential for misuse.

  • Molybdenum-99/Technetium99m generators shortage

    National Patient Safety Alert: The DHSC has issued a National Patient Safety Alert on the shortage of Molybdenum-99/Technetium99m generators.

  • Kay-Cee-L (Potassium Chloride 375mg/Ml) (Potassium Chloride 5mmol/5ml) Syrup discontinued

    National Patient Safety Alert: The DHSC has published a National Patient Safety Alert on the discontinuation Of Kay-Cee-L (Potassium Chloride 375mg/Ml) (Potassium Chloride 5mmol/5ml) Syrup.

  • Reporting safety concerns with diabetes management equipment

    Reporting safety concerns to the Yellow Card scheme.

  • Oxytocin, risk of overdose during labour and childbirth

    National Patient Safety Alert: NHS England has published a National Patient Safety Alert on the risk of oxytocin overdose during labour and childbirth.

  • Management of eye conditions in primary care

    For contact lens wearing patients.