Joint Formulary & PAD

Amikacin liposomal - Bacterial lung infection (non-cystic fibrosis)

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Inhalation
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NHSE
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Amikacin liposomal
Indication :
Bacterial lung infection (non-cystic fibrosis)
Group Name :
Keywords :
antibiotic, antibacterial, aminoglycoside
Brand Names Include :
Arikayce Liposomal
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Other Indications

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Other Drugs

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Committee Recommendations (1)

This drug is currently not on the APC workplan. The APC will consider recommending prescribing of this treatment upon submission of a formal request with its associated evidence. Please contact your local CCG Medicines Management team OR formulary pharmacist at your acute trust, if you wish to make a submission. 
This drug / device has not yet been evaluated by NICE or the Surrey and North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee (APC). As such, advice regarding safety, effectiveness (including cost-effectiveness) and its place in therapy is yet to be determined. It is recommended that clinicians contact their medicines management team for further information and advice before prescribing this drug.