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Drug
Indication
Status
Restrictions/Comments
Formulary Status
Links
1. Paediasure
Drug:
Paediasure
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
2. Paediasure
Drug:
Paediasure
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
3. Paediasure Compact
Drug:
Paediasure Compact
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
4. Paediasure Fibre
Drug:
Paediasure Fibre
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
5. Paediasure Fibre
Drug:
Paediasure Fibre
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
6. Paediasure Peptide
Drug:
Paediasure Peptide
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
7. Paediasure Peptide
Drug:
Paediasure Peptide
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
8. Paediasure Plus
Drug:
Paediasure Plus
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
9. Paediasure Plus
Drug:
Paediasure Plus
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
10. Paediasure Plus Fibre
Drug:
Paediasure Plus Fibre
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
11. Paediasure Plus Fibre
Drug:
Paediasure Plus Fibre
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
12. Paediatric Seravit
Drug:
Paediatric Seravit
Indication :
Vitamin and mineral deficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

On advice from specialist.

NHSE do not recommend the routine prescription of vitamins and mineral preparations, with the exceptions of patients with medically diagnosed deficiency, including those with lifelong or chronic conditions, or post surgery resulting in malabsorption (e.g.  Whipple’s procedure and some other GI surgeries), calcium and vitamin D for osteoporosis, prescription-only vitamin D analogues or malnutrition. Continuing need should be reviewed on a regular basis. Not for use for prevention of deficiency  

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
13. Palforzia (peanut protein)
Drug:
Palforzia (peanut protein)
Indication :
Peanut allergy in children and young people
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Service not currently provided by Surrey Heartlands Trusts
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NICE
SPC
14. Paliperidone
Drug:
Paliperidone
Indication :
Schizophrenia and other psychoses
Status :
Amber
Formulations :
  • Depot injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Shared-care arrangements are in place between SABP and Primary Care. Administration under the shared-care LCS when prescribed in Primary Care.

See shared-care document below

Principles for shared care found here: https://surrey.res.services/PAD/Profile/NonClinicalProfile/9136

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
15. Paliperidone
Drug:
Paliperidone
Indication :
Schizophrenia and other psychoses
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Depot injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Paliperidone palmitate - where there is no LCS in place, the prescribing responsibility remains with SABP.

Secondary Care may prescribe for in-patients (on the instruction of a SABP specialist) and prescribing continued by SABP after discharge.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
16. Paliperidone
Drug:
Paliperidone
Indication :
Schizophrenia and other psychoses
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
17. Palivizumab
Drug:
Palivizumab
Indication :
RSV prophylaxis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

restricted antimicrobial for paediatric use, to be used on the advice of microbiologist 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
NICE
R
SPC
18. Palonosetron hydrochloride
Drug:
Palonosetron hydrochloride
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (chemotherapy induced)
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
19. Palonosetron with netupitant
Drug:
Palonosetron with netupitant
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (chemotherapy induced)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
20. Pamidronate disodium
Drug:
Pamidronate disodium
Indication :
Bone metastases from breast cancer
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
21. Pamidronate disodium
Drug:
Pamidronate disodium
Indication :
Malignancy
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Used in

  • hypercalcaemia of malignancy
  • bone metastases
  • prevention of skeletal events
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
22. Pamidronate disodium
Drug:
Pamidronate disodium
Indication :
Paget's disease
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
23. Pancreatin
Drug:
Pancreatin
Indication :
Pancreatic insufficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe by brand - product with multiple ingredients. GP initiation following specialist recommendation.

Nutrizym recommended in pregnancy / breastfeeding due to theoretical concern of phthalate content of Creon.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
24. Pancreatin
Drug:
Pancreatin
Indication :
Pancreatic insufficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe by brand - product with multiple ingredients. GP initiation following specialist recommendation.

SASH restrict to tube-fed patients only (Pancrex V powder)
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
25. Pantoprazole
Drug:
Pantoprazole
Indication :
Acid suppression (Adults)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
2nd line in adults without swallowing difficulties. (Suitable for patients that cannot have animal-derived products / capsules.)
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
26. Pantoprazole
Drug:
Pantoprazole
Indication :
Gastric / Duodenal ulcer
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
1st-line IV PPI at ASPH, 2nd-line at RSFT
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
27. Pantoprazole
Drug:
Pantoprazole
Indication :
Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
1st-line IV PPI at ASPH, 2nd-line at RSFT
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
28. Para-aminosalicylic acid
Drug:
Para-aminosalicylic acid
Indication :
Tuberculosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Granules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Liaise with Chest Physician. Patients with multi-drug resistant TB should be treated by a specialist centre.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
29. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Preferred
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
30. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Effervescent tablets
  • Soluble tablets
  • Suppositories
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Reserve for patients who cannot swallow solid dose forms. Soluble / effervescent preparations have a high sodium content and more expensive than ordinary tablets. Suppositories for use when oral route is not suitable
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
R
SPC
31. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Oral suspension
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
120mg/5ml and 250mg/5ml reserved for patients who cannot swallow solid dose forms or where sodium content of dispersible preparations is a problem. Non-formulary: Paracetamol oral suspension 500mg/5ml. Much more expensive. Use a soluble formulation.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
R
SPC
32. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Prescribe in milligrams for doses <1g. Review infusion prescriptions after 48-72 hours. Note risk of overdose with IV paracetamol.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
33. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pyrexia
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Preferred
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
34. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pyrexia
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Effervescent tablets
  • Soluble tablets
  • Suppositories
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Reserve for patients who cannot swallow solid dose forms. Soluble / effervescent preparations have a high sodium content and more expensive than ordinary tablets.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
35. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pyrexia
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Oral suspension
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
120mg/5ml and 250mg/5ml reserved for patients who cannot swallow solid dose forms. Non-formulary: Paracetamol oral suspension 500mg/5ml. Much more expensive. Use a soluble formulation.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
36. Paracetamol
Drug:
Paracetamol
Indication :
Pyrexia
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Prescribe in milligrams for doses <1g Review infusion prescriptions after 48-72 hours. Note risk of overdose with IV paracetamol.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
37. Paraffin soft yellow
Drug:
Paraffin soft yellow
Indication :
Dry eyes
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Eye ointment
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
38. Paraffin with lubricant
Drug:
Paraffin with lubricant
Indication :
Dry eyes
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Eye ointment
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Moderate dry eye. Prescribe by brand: 1st line = HydraMed Night 2nd line = Moistueyes, Xailin Night, Hylo Night
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
39. Paraldehyde in olive oil
Drug:
Paraldehyde in olive oil
Indication :
Status epilepticus
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Rectal solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Unlicensed product. Paediatrics only. GPs may continue prescribing for EXISTING patients where they are satisfied that it is safe to do so. Prescribing for new patients should remain with the initiating, specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
40. Parecoxib sodium
Drug:
Parecoxib sodium
Indication :
Pain (Palliative care)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Subcutaneous infusion
  • Subcutaneous injection (sc)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

To be used in intractable cancer pain only.

Off-label use.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
41. Paritaprevir
Drug:
Paritaprevir
Indication :
Hepatitis C
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
SPC
42. Paritaprevir/ritonavir/ombitasvir
Drug:
Paritaprevir/ritonavir/ombitasvir
Indication :
Hepatitis C
Status :
Red
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

requires approval from HCV national team for use

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
R
SPC
43. Paroxetine
Drug:
Paroxetine
Indication :
Menopausal disorders
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Off-label use.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
44. Paroxetine hydrochloride
Drug:
Paroxetine hydrochloride
Indication :
Depression
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
45. Paroxetine hydrochloride
Drug:
Paroxetine hydrochloride
Indication :
Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
46. Paroxetine hydrochloride
Drug:
Paroxetine hydrochloride
Indication :
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
47. Paroxetine hydrochloride
Drug:
Paroxetine hydrochloride
Indication :
Panic disorder
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
48. Paroxetine hydrochloride
Drug:
Paroxetine hydrochloride
Indication :
Social anxiety disorder
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
49. Pasireotide
Drug:
Pasireotide
Indication :
Acromegaly
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For acromegaly: Commissied by NHSE from specialist centres only. Not provided by Surrey Heartlands Trusts

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
NHSE
SPC
50. Pasireotide
Drug:
Pasireotide
Indication :
Cushing's disease
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

RSFT only  - commissioned as a Specialised Endocrinology Centre

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
R
SPC
51. Patch tests / prick tests
Drug:
Patch tests / prick tests
Indication :
Allergen immunotherapy
Status :
Red
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
RSFT Immunology only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
52. Patent Blue
Drug:
Patent Blue
Indication :
Surgical diagnostic
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Visualisation of sentinel lymph node biopsy in breast surgery

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
53. Patiromer
Drug:
Patiromer
Indication :
Hyperkalaemia
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Sachets (powder)
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NICE
SPC
54. Peak Flow Meters
Drug:
Peak Flow Meters
Indication :
Peak expiratory flow measurement
Status :
Green
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Peak flow meters - low range / Peak flow meters - standard range
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
55. Pegcetacoplan
Drug:
Pegcetacoplan
Indication :
Paroxysmal nocturnal haemoglobinuria
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
NICE
SPC
56. Pegfilgrastim
Drug:
Pegfilgrastim
Indication :
Neutropenia
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Subcutaneous injection (sc)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Refer to St Luke's Protocols for current indications and further detail.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
SPC
57. Peginterferon alfa
Drug:
Peginterferon alfa
Indication :
Hepatitis B
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Subcutaneous injection (sc)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
RESTRICTED - to be used under advice from Consultant Microbiologist
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
NICE
R
SPC
58. Peginterferon alfa
Drug:
Peginterferon alfa
Indication :
Hepatitis C
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Subcutaneous injection (sc)
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
NICE
R
SPC
59. Peginterferon beta-1a
Drug:
Peginterferon beta-1a
Indication :
Multiple sclerosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Subcutaneous injection (sc)
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
NICE
SPC
60. Pegloticase
Drug:
Pegloticase
Indication :
Hyperuricaemia and Gout
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
61. Pegvisomant
Drug:
Pegvisomant
Indication :
Acromegaly
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For acromegaly: Commissied by NHSE from specialist centres only. Not provided by Surrey Heartlands Trusts

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
NHSE
SPC
62. Penicillamine
Drug:
Penicillamine
Indication :
Rheumatoid arthritis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Severe disease only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
63. Penicillamine
Drug:
Penicillamine
Indication :
Wilson's disease
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Hepatology only - under local shared care arrangements with specialist input.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
64. Pentamidine isetionate
Drug:
Pentamidine isetionate
Indication :
Pneumonia
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
  • Nebules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
R
SPC
65. Pentosan polysulfate sodium
Drug:
Pentosan polysulfate sodium
Indication :
Glycosaminoglycan layer therapy (GAG therapy)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Urology consultants only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NICE
R
SPC
66. Pentoxifylline
Drug:
Pentoxifylline
Indication :
Osteoradionecrosis of the jaw
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted to Oral Surgeons only - with Vitamin E to start 1 week before extraction and for 3 months after (until good healing is observed)

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
R
SPC
67. Pentoxifylline
Drug:
Pentoxifylline
Indication :
Peripheral arterial disease
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
68. Pentoxifylline
Drug:
Pentoxifylline
Indication :
Post-radiation laryngeal fibrosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For specialist ENT prescribing only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
69. Peppermint oil
Drug:
Peppermint oil
Indication :
Muscle spasm
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
The gastro-resistant capsules (Mintec®) are the most cost-effective option for Primary Care. The modified-release capsules (Colpermin) contain arachis oil - not be taken by patients with a known peanut allergy
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
70. Peppermint water
Drug:
Peppermint water
Indication :
Minor digestive complaints
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
RSFT - gynaecology only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
71. Peptac
Drug:
Peptac
Indication :
Dyspepsia
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Suspension
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
RSCH use in children age 6-12 years only.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
72. Peptamen
Drug:
Peptamen
(Adult enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
73. Peptamen
Drug:
Peptamen
(Condition specific ONS )
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
74. Peptamen AF
Drug:
Peptamen AF
(Adult enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
75. Peptamen HN
Drug:
Peptamen HN
(Adult enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
76. Peptamen Junior 0.6
Drug:
Peptamen Junior 0.6
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
77. Peptamen Junior 1.5
Drug:
Peptamen Junior 1.5
(Paediatric ONS)
Indication :
Malnutrition - children
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. paediatric dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
78. Peptamen Junior Advance
Drug:
Peptamen Junior Advance
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
79. Peptamen Junior Liquid
Drug:
Peptamen Junior Liquid
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
80. Peptamen Junior PHGG
Drug:
Peptamen Junior PHGG
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
81. Peptamen Junior Powder
Drug:
Peptamen Junior Powder
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
82. Peptisip Energy HP
Drug:
Peptisip Energy HP
(Condition specific ONS )
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
83. Perampanel
Drug:
Perampanel
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Requires specialist initiation and supply for at least 12 weeks prior to a transfer of care to primary care prescribers
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
84. Perative
Drug:
Perative
(Adult enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
85. Pergolide
Drug:
Pergolide
Indication :
Parkinson's disease (neuroprotective therapy)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
86. Pergolide mesilate
Drug:
Pergolide mesilate
Indication :
Parkinson's disease
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Not a 1st-line treatment option. On-going toxicity monitoring required
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
87. Perindopril arginine
Drug:
Perindopril arginine
Indication :
Hypertension
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
NHS England guidance DO NOT ROUTINELY PRESCRIBE
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
88. Perindopril erbumine
Drug:
Perindopril erbumine
Indication :
Heart failure
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
2mg, 4mg and 8mg tablets. Do not prescribe as perindopril arginine.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
89. Perindopril erbumine
Drug:
Perindopril erbumine
Indication :
Hypertension
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
2mg, 4mg and 8mg tablets
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NICE
SPC
90. Permethrin
Drug:
Permethrin
Indication :
Parasitic skin infection
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Cream
  • Lotion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred

First line for scabies (NICE CKS)

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
91. Perphenazine
Drug:
Perphenazine
Indication :
Schizophrenia and other psychoses
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
92. Pethidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pethidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Acute pain, including obstetric analgesia
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
CD
SPC
93. Pethidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pethidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
CD
NFD2
SPC
94. Phenazone/lidocaine
Drug:
Phenazone/lidocaine
Indication :
Otitis Media
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
95. Phenelzine sulfate
Drug:
Phenelzine sulfate
Indication :
Depression
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Initiation and stabilisation by mental health specialist team for a minimum of 6 months before transfer of prescribing responsibility may be requested.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
96. Phenindione
Drug:
Phenindione
Indication :
Atrial fibrillation
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
97. Phenobarbital
Drug:
Phenobarbital
Indication :
Convulsions in palliative care
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intramuscular injection (IM)
  • Subcutaneous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Off-label. Specialist use only.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
CD
Off Label
SPC
98. Phenobarbital
Drug:
Phenobarbital
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Elixir
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Ensure that the patient is maintained on a specific manufacturer’s product
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
CD
SPC
99. Phenobarbital
Drug:
Phenobarbital
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Ensure that the patient is maintained on a specific manufacturer’s product
Unlicensed phenobarbital liquid 50mg/5ml (sugar and alcohol free) for paediatric use (as recommended by the RCPCH and NPPG).
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
CD
Off Label
SPC
100. Phenobarbital
Drug:
Phenobarbital
Indication :
Status epilepticus
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
CD
SPC
101. Phenol
Drug:
Phenol
Indication :
Haemorrhoids
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
102. Phenoxybenzamine hydrochloride
Drug:
Phenoxybenzamine hydrochloride
Indication :
Hypertension in phaeochromocytoma
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
103. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V)
Drug:
Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V)
Indication :
Bacterial infection
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
104. Phentolamine mesilate
Drug:
Phentolamine mesilate
Indication :
Digital ischaemia from injection of epinephrine (adrenaline)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
 
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Primary Care
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105. Phentolamine mesilate
Drug:
Phentolamine mesilate
Indication :
Hypertension in phaeochromocytoma
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Unlicensed.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
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Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
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106. Phentolamine mesilate
Drug:
Phentolamine mesilate
Indication :
Resistant hypertension secondary to poisoning with clonidine, MAOIs or sympathomimetics
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Poisoning with clonidine or MAOIs or sympathothomimetic drugs of abuse
 
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107. Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Drug:
Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Indication :
Acute hypotension
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
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Primary Care
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108. Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Drug:
Phenylephrine hydrochloride
Indication :
Mydriasis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Eye drops (unit dose)
Restrictions / Comments:

 
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Primary Care
ASPH
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Primary Care
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109. Phenylephrine hydrochloride and tropicamide
Drug:
Phenylephrine hydrochloride and tropicamide
Indication :
Mydriasis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Ophthalmic insert
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
MYDRIASERT 5.4mg/0.28mg Ophthalmic Insert
 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
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110. Phenylephrine with ketorolac
Drug:
Phenylephrine with ketorolac
Indication :
Intraoperative mydriasis / prevention of miosis
Status :
See narrative
Formulations :
  • Intraocular irrigation
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

This drug has not yet been assessed for inclusion on the formulary. Contact your pharmacy team for advice on making an application to the APC.

 
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ASPH
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111. Phenytoin
Drug:
Phenytoin
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Ensure that the patient is maintained on a specific manufacturer’s product. Phenytoin sodium is NOT EQUIVALENT to Phenytoin base (suspension). When switching between products, 100mg of phenytoin sodium is approximately equivalent to 92mg of phenytoin base.
 
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112. Phenytoin
Drug:
Phenytoin
Indication :
Status epilepticus
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
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Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
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113. Pholcodine
Drug:
Pholcodine
Indication :
Cough / Cough suppression
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Linctus
  • Mixture
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
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Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
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RSFT
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SASH
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114. Phosphates (Rectal)
Drug:
Phosphates (Rectal)
Indication :
Constipation
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Enema
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Contraindicated in patients with CKD, dehydration and heart failure (among others).
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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SPC
115. Phosphates
Drug:
Phosphates
Indication :
Vitamin and mineral deficiency
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Effervescent tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

NHSE do not recommend the routine prescription of vitamins and mineral preparations, with the exceptions of patients with medically diagnosed deficiency, including those with lifelong or chronic conditions, or post surgery resulting in malabsorption (e.g.  Whipple’s procedure and some other GI surgeries), calcium and vitamin D for osteoporosis, prescription-only vitamin D analogues or malnutrition. Continuing need should be reviewed on a regular basis. Not for use for prevention of deficiency  

 
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116. Phospho-soda
Drug:
Phospho-soda
Indication :
Pre-operative bowel cleansing (adults)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
ASPH use for colon capsule endoscopy only
 
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ASPH
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Primary Care
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117. Phytomenadione
Drug:
Phytomenadione
Indication :
Anticoagulation reversal
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
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SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
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118. Phytomenadione
Drug:
Phytomenadione
Indication :
INR >8 with no bleeding in patients on warfarin
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Solution for injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
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Primary Care
ASPH
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119. Phytomenadione
Drug:
Phytomenadione
Indication :
Neonatal vitamin K prophylaxis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
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120. Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Indication :
Dry mouth
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Treatment of dry eye and dry mouth in Sjögren's syndrome. For initiation and stabilisation for 3 months by the specialist team before any request to transfer prescribing to primary care.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
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121. Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Indication :
Dry mouth - Palliative Care
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

4% eye drops used orally - off-label use.
Prescribing by primary care on recommendation from specialist team.

 
Formulary Status :
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SPC
122. Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pilocarpine hydrochloride
Indication :
Glaucoma / ocular hypertension
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
  • Eye drops (preservative free)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Prescribe generically. Initiation by specialist team before transfer of prescribing to primary care.
 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
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Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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123. Pimecrolimus
Drug:
Pimecrolimus
Indication :
Atopic dermatitis
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Cream
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Specialist iniation and first supply only by physicians (including general practitioners) with a special interest and experience in dermatology, and only after careful discussion with the patient about the potential risks and benefits of all appropriate second-line treatment options.

 
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124. Pimozide
Drug:
Pimozide
Indication :
Schizophrenia and other psychoses
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

 
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Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
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Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
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RSFT
SASH
SASH
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Links :
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125. Pioglitazone hydrochloride
Drug:
Pioglitazone hydrochloride
(Antidiabetic drugs)
Indication :
Diabetes Mellitus
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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126. Piperacillin sodium/tazobactam sodium
Drug:
Piperacillin sodium/tazobactam sodium
Indication :
Bacterial infection
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy
 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
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RSFT
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127. Pirfenidone
Drug:
Pirfenidone
Indication :
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
NHSE Specialist Commissioned Services only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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NICE
SPC
128. Piroxicam
Drug:
Piroxicam
Indication :
Osteoarthritis
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Gel
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
0.5% gel. Low cost option for primary care.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
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RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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129. Pitolisant hydrochloride
Drug:
Pitolisant hydrochloride
Indication :
Narcolepsy
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
QVH = local sleep specialist centre
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
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SABP
Links :
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ICB
NICE
SPC
130. Pivmecillinam hydrochloride
Drug:
Pivmecillinam hydrochloride
Indication :
Urinary Tract Infection (UTIs)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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131. Pizotifen
Drug:
Pizotifen
Indication :
Migraine (prevention)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Review existing patients and consider alternative. Discontinuation of pizotifen requires gradual withdrawal.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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132. Podophyllotoxin
Drug:
Podophyllotoxin
Indication :
Anogenital warts
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Cream
  • Topical solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Specialist diagnosis / initiation is usually required. See PAD for the limited circumstances in which initiation may ocurr in Primary Care.

 
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133. Podophyllum resin
Drug:
Podophyllum resin
Indication :
Anogenital warts
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Podophyllum resin (paint) not recommended for anogenital warts in CKS.

 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
RSFT
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SABP
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Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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134. Polycal
Drug:
Polycal
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
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135. Polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate
Drug:
Polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate
Indication :
Diarrhoea
Status :
See narrative
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

This drug has not yet been assessed for inclusion on the formulary. Contact your pharmacy team for advice on making an application to the APC.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD2
SPC
136. Polyvinyl alcohol
Drug:
Polyvinyl alcohol
Indication :
Dry eyes
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
137. Ponesimod
Drug:
Ponesimod
Indication :
Multiple sclerosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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NICE
SPC
138. Poractant alfa
Drug:
Poractant alfa
Indication :
Respiratory distress in preterm neonates
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Endotracheopulmonary suspension
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Administered by endotracheal tube.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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139. Potassium canrenaote
Drug:
Potassium canrenaote
Indication :
Hypertension
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For use in patients who are unable to have oral spironolactone.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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140. Potassium canrenoate
Drug:
Potassium canrenoate
Indication :
Ascites
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For use in patients who are unable to have oral spironolactone.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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141. Potassium canrenoate
Drug:
Potassium canrenoate
Indication :
Heart failure
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For use in patients who are unable to have oral spironolactone.

ASPH use in NEONATES only.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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SPC
142. Potassium canrenoate
Drug:
Potassium canrenoate
Indication :
Oedema
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For use in patients who are unable to have oral spironolactone.

ASPH use in NEONATES only.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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143. Potassium chloride
Drug:
Potassium chloride
Indication :
Hypokalaemia
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Potassium overdose can be fatal.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
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144. Potassium chloride with potassium bicarbonate
Drug:
Potassium chloride with potassium bicarbonate
Indication :
Hypokalaemia
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Effervescent tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Potassium overdose can be fatal.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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145. Potassium citrate
Drug:
Potassium citrate
Indication :
Alkalinisation of urine
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Effervescent tablets
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Can be purchased from a pharmacy

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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146. Potassium iodide
Drug:
Potassium iodide
Indication :
Prevention of radioactive iodine uptake in nuclear medicine
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

65mg tablets. Tablets can be quartered.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
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147. Potassium Permanganate Concentrate (tablets for cutaneous solution)
Drug:
Potassium Permanganate Concentrate (tablets for cutaneous solution)
Indication :
Wound management
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets for cutaneous solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For EXTERNAL USE only.

DO NOT add to repeat prescription and ensure patient/carer is aware of need  to dilute before use and harmful if swallowed.
Use in Primary Care - only on recommendation from dermatology or tissue viability nurse.

 
Formulary Status :
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ASPH
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SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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SPC
148. Povidone iodine
Drug:
Povidone iodine
Indication :
Bacterial vaginosis
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
  • Vaginal gel
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
149. Povidone iodine
Drug:
Povidone iodine
Indication :
Ocular surgery
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Eye drops (preservative free)
  • Eye drops (preservative free
  • unit dose)
  • Intravitreal injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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150. Pralidoxime
Drug:
Pralidoxime
Indication :
Organophosphorus or carbamate insecticide poisonin
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.toxbase.org. Stock not held by Surrey Trusts. Available from regional centres. Refer to TOXBASE / NPIS for advice

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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151. Pramipexole
Drug:
Pramipexole
Indication :
Parkinson's disease
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
NICE
SPC
152. Pramipexole
Drug:
Pramipexole
Indication :
Parkinson's disease
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
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SPC
153. Pramipexole
Drug:
Pramipexole
Indication :
Parkinson's disease (neuroprotective therapy)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
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154. Pramipexole
Drug:
Pramipexole
Indication :
Restless Leg Syndrome
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Immediate release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
Patients with severe symptoms, who are obese, co-morbid depression, increased risk of falls or cognitive impairment
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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155. Prasterone
Drug:
Prasterone
Indication :
Vaginal atrophy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Initiation on specialist recommendation only. For severe dryness where other treatments are ineffective / contraindicated.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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156. Prasugrel
Drug:
Prasugrel
Indication :
Prevention of atherothrombotic events - Acute Coronary Syndrome
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Restricted to cardiology consultants. Clopidogrel is the preferred option. Specialist initiation and at least one month supply before transfer to primary care
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
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SPC
157. Pravastatin sodium
Drug:
Pravastatin sodium
Indication :
Lipid modification
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
158. Prazosin hydrochloride
Drug:
Prazosin hydrochloride
Indication :
Benign prostatic hyperplasia
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
159. Prazosin hydrochloride
Drug:
Prazosin hydrochloride
Indication :
Heart failure
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
160. Prazosin hydrochloride
Drug:
Prazosin hydrochloride
Indication :
Hypertension
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Only the 500mcg tablets are licensed in the UK. 2mg and 5mg tablets as special order or import only (much more expensive)
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
161. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Adrenal insufficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
Requests for primary care prescribing after 1st month supply and stabilisation by specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
162. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Adrenal insufficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Soluble tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
For patients unable to swallow solid dose forms. Requests for primary care prescribing after 1st month supply and stabilisation by specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
163. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Adrenal insufficiency
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
For use in patients who are unable to swallow solid dose forms. Request for primary care prescribing after initiation and stabilisation - at least 1 month supply from specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
164. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Adrenal insufficiency
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Enteric coated tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
165. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
Requests for primary care prescribing after 1st month supply and stabilisation by specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
166. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Soluble tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
For patients unable to swallow solid dose forms. Requests for primary care prescribing after 1st month supply and stabilisation by specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
167. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
For use in patients who are unable to swallow solid dose forms. Request for primary care prescribing after initiation and stabilisation - at least 1 month supply from specialist team.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
168. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Enteric coated tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
- Prednisolone is an alternative treatment for use where multiple daily doses of hydrocortisone are not appropriate. - See PAD for guidance on providing reserve supplies for dosing during acute illness
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
169. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Covid-19
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Recommended in NICE NG191 if dexamethasone is unsuitable

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NICE
SPC
170. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Eye inflammation
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
  • Eye drops (preservative free
  • unit dose)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
0.5%, 1% drops. Short-term use only. Primary Care prescribing on specialist recommendation.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
171. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory bowel disease
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Tablets can be dispersed for immediate administration.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
172. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory bowel disease
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Soluble tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Paediatrics only at SASH. Paediatrics and oncology at ASPH
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
R
SPC
173. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory bowel disease
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Paediatric doses and NG/NJ tube only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
R
SPC
174. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory bowel disease
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Gastro-resistant tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteric coated tablets - non-formulary

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
175. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory bowel disease
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Foam enema
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Budesonide rectal foam is preferred. Steroid safety considerations
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
176. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory disorders
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
177. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory disorders
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Soluble tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Not a preferred formulation. Ordinary tablets can be dispersed in water. Only use a dispersible tablet where a patient is unable to disperse an ordinary tablet.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
178. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory disorders
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Reserved for patients with fine bore NG tube or patients who require doses of less than 5mg which could otherwise be obtained from a dispersing an ordinary 5mg tablet.
An option in paeds who cannot tolerate the taste of dispersible tablets.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
179. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Inflammatory disorders
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Enteric coated tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
180. Prednisolone
Drug:
Prednisolone
Indication :
Otitis externa
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Ear drops
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Prednisolone sodium phosphate 0.5% ear drops
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
181. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Capsules are more cost effective than tablets
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
CD
SPC
182. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Menopausal disorders
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Off-label use.

Off-label use

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
183. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Migraine (prevention)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
184. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Pain
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Not for chronic or acute, non-malignant pain. See separate formulary entry for use in neuropathic pain
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
185. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Pain (Neuropathic)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Gabapentin is preferred due to lower potential for misuse. Pregabalin capsules more cost effective than tablets
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
CD
SPC
186. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Pain (Neuropathic)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
CD
SPC
187. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Pain (Neuropathic)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Modified release tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD2
SPC
188. Pregabalin
Drug:
Pregabalin
Indication :
Restless Leg Syndrome
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
Patients with severe sleep disturbance, RLS-related / co-morbid pain or history of impulse control disorder
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
189. PreLoad
Drug:
PreLoad
(Condition specific ONS )
Indication :
Pre-operative nutritional preparation
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
190. Pretomanid
Drug:
Pretomanid
Indication :
Tuberculosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NHSE
SPC
191. Prilocaine with felypressin
Drug:
Prilocaine with felypressin
Indication :
Colposcopy
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Cartridges
  • Injection
  • Solution for injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

3% prilocaine with felypressin 0.54micrograms/mL in 2.2mL cartridge

Injection prior to LLETZ procedure or cervical biopsy

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
192. Primidone
Drug:
Primidone
Indication :
Epilepsy
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Prescribe by brand - ensure patient is maintained on a specific product.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
193. Primidone
Drug:
Primidone
Indication :
Essential tremor
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Initiation by specialist before transfer to Primary Care
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
194. Probenecid
Drug:
Probenecid
Indication :
Hyperuricaemia and Gout
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Named-patient supply only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
195. Probioics
Drug:
Probioics
Indication :
Necrotising enterocolitis (NEC)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Sachets (powder)
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
196. Probioics
Drug:
Probioics
Indication :
Neonatal apnoea
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Oral drops
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For use with neonates only 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
197. Probiotics
Drug:
Probiotics
Indication :
All indications
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
198. Procainamide hydrochloride
Drug:
Procainamide hydrochloride
Indication :
Arrhythmias
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Unlicensed
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
199. ProCal Powder
Drug:
ProCal Powder
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
200. ProCal Shot
Drug:
ProCal Shot
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
201. Prochlorperazine
Drug:
Prochlorperazine
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (palliative care)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Buccal tablets
  • Intramuscular injection (IM)
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
202. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Oral solution for patients with swallowing difficulties.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
203. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
204. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (chemotherapy induced)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
205. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (post operative)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
206. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (pregnancy)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
1st line treatment option.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
207. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (pregnancy)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Buccal/sublingual
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
An option for patients with swallowing difficulties
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
208. Prochlorperazine maleate
Drug:
Prochlorperazine maleate
Indication :
Vestibular disorders
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Buccal tablets
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
209. Proctosedyl
Drug:
Proctosedyl
Indication :
Haemorrhoids
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Ointment
  • Suppositories
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Scheriproct ointment and suppositories are considerably less expensive than Proctosedyl, Uniroid and Anusol HC
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
210. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Intramuscular injection (IM)
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

PALLIATIVE CARE - Primary Care prescribing on advice from palliative care specialist team.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
211. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred

SABP specialist initiation and stabilisation for at least one month before any request for transfer of prescribing responsibility.

Tablets are the preferred treatment option.

See PAD for additional safety advice.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
212. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

SABP specialist initiation and stabilisation for at least one month before any request for transfer of prescribing responsibility.

Tablets are the preferred treatment option. Reserve oral solution for patients unable to swallow the tablets.

See PAD for additional safety information.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
213. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Dystonic reactions
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
214. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Hypersalivation in adults
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Specialist team initiation and stabilisation. At least 1 month supply before request for primary care prescribing.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
215. Procyclidine hydrochloride
Drug:
Procyclidine hydrochloride
Indication :
Parkinson's disease
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
216. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Menopausal disorders
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
Prescribe generically. Micronised progesterone oral capsules.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
217. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Menopausal disorders
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Progesterone pessaries have not been agreed for use as endometrial protection.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
218. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Post-natal depression
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Initiation by specialist team before any request is made for primary care prescribing.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
219. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Premenstrual syndrome
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Initiation by specialist team before any request is made for primary care prescribing.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
220. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Prevention of preterm birth
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Vaginal capsules
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
221. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Prevention of preterm birth
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

SASH use Cyclogest pessaries. Off-label use.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
222. Progesterone
Drug:
Progesterone
Indication :
Threatened miscarriage
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Pessaries
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Off-label use. In women who experience bleeding in early pregnancy and those who have miscarried previously. Specialist only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
223. Promazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Agitation
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
224. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Allergic rhinitis
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
225. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Anaphylaxis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
226. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Oral solution for patients with swallowing difficulties.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
227. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
228. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (pregnancy)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred
1st line treatment option.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
229. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (pregnancy)
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
An option for patients with swallowing difficulties
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
230. Promethazine hydrochloride
Drug:
Promethazine hydrochloride
Indication :
Vestibular disorders
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
231. Promethazine teoclate
Drug:
Promethazine teoclate
Indication :
Nausea and vomiting (pregnancy)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Preferred

1st line treatment option.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
Off Label
SPC
232. Promethazine teoclate
Drug:
Promethazine teoclate
Indication :
Vestibular disorders
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
233. Propafenone hydrochloride
Drug:
Propafenone hydrochloride
Indication :
Arrhythmias
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Specialist initiation and at least one month supply before transfer to primary care
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
234. Propamidine isetionate
Drug:
Propamidine isetionate
Indication :
Eye infections
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Eye drops
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
0.1% eye drops
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
235. Propantheline bromide
Drug:
Propantheline bromide
Indication :
Lower urinary tract symptoms - WOMEN
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
236. Propantheline bromide
Drug:
Propantheline bromide
Indication :
Muscle spasm
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Hyoscine butylbromide is the preferred treatment option for smooth muscle spasm.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
237. Propiverine hydrochloride
Drug:
Propiverine hydrochloride
Indication :
Overactive bladder (adults)
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NFD1
SPC
238. Propofol
Drug:
Propofol
Indication :
Refractory status epilepticus
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Palliative Care Team only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
239. Propofol
Drug:
Propofol
Indication :
Refractory terminal agitation
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Palliative Care Team only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
240. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Angina
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Modified release capsules
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
241. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Anxiety
Status :
Non Formulary
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

See PAD page (click on drug name) for information and advice relating ot the risks of prescribing propranolol for patients with anxiety.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
SPC
242. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Arrhythmias
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Modified release capsules
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
243. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Hypertension
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Modified release capsules
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Not a preferred beta blocker for hypertension. The cardio-selective betablockers, bisoprolol or atenolol are the preferred options
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NICE
SPC
244. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Hypertension in phaeochromocytoma
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Modified release capsules
  • Oral solution
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Only in combination with an alpha-blocker. Transfer of prescribing to primary care only after initiation and stabilisation by the specialist.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
245. Propranolol hydrochloride
Drug:
Propranolol hydrochloride
Indication :
Migraine (prevention)
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
SPC
246. Propylthiouracil
Drug:
Propylthiouracil
Indication :
Hyperthyroidism
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
247. ProSource
Drug:
ProSource
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
248. ProSource 20
Drug:
ProSource 20
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
249. ProSource Jelly
Drug:
ProSource Jelly
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Semi-Solid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
250. ProSource Plus
Drug:
ProSource Plus
(Energy/protein fortifier)
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
251. Prosource TF
Drug:
Prosource TF
(Paediatric enteral feeds)
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
252. ProSource TF PLant Based
Drug:
ProSource TF PLant Based
Indication :
Enteral nutrition (tube feeding)
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Liquid
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Enteral feeds should NOT be prescribed in primary care in Guildford and Waverley or North West Surrey. In Surrey Downs and East Surrey prescribe on request from specialist dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
253. Protamine sulfate
Drug:
Protamine sulfate
Indication :
Anticoagulation reversal
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
  • Intravenous injection (IV)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Heparin reversal. Heamtology only
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
254. Protein C concentrate
Drug:
Protein C concentrate
Indication :
Antihaemorrhagic agents
Status :
Non Formulary
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

NHSE commissioned services only. No Surrey Heartlands Trusts are commissioned to provide this.

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
NFD1
NHSE
SPC
255. Prothrombin complex
Drug:
Prothrombin complex
Indication :
Anticoagulation reversal
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Intravenous infusion
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Warfarin reversal - restricted to Haematology & ICU Consultants

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
256. Protifar
Drug:
Protifar
(Condition specific ONS )
Indication :
Malnutrition
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Powder
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Prescribe on advice from specialist e.g. dietitian 

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
257. Protirelin
Drug:
Protirelin
Indication :
Thyroid disorder detection
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
258. Proxymetacaine hydrochloride
Drug:
Proxymetacaine hydrochloride
Indication :
Local anaesthesia (eye)
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Eye drops (preservative free
  • unit dose)
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
0.5% preservative free eye drops
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
259. Prucalopride
Drug:
Prucalopride
Indication :
Capsule endoscopy
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Endoscopy use only

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
Off Label
SPC
260. Prucalopride
Drug:
Prucalopride
Indication :
Constipation
Status :
Green
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Only after a trial of at least 2 other classes of laxative at the highest recommended, tolerated doses. Consider stopping after 4 weeks if not effective.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
Guidelines
NICE
SPC
261. Prussian Blue
Drug:
Prussian Blue
Indication :
Thallium radiation
Status :
Red
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.toxbase.org/ . Stock not held by Surrey Trusts. Available from regional centres. Refer to TOXBASE / NPIS for advice

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
262. Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pseudoephedrine hydrochloride
Indication :
Chronic cough / post-nasal drip
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Linctus
  • Liquid
  • Oral solution
  • Oral suspension
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Note MHRA/CHM safety advice. As per CKS for upper airway cough syndrome (post-nasal drip) after other treatments and investigations have failed.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
263. Pyrazinamide
Drug:
Pyrazinamide
Indication :
Tuberculosis
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Not Specified
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
Liaise with Chest Physician. Patients with multi-drug resistant TB should be treated by a specialist centre.
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
R
SPC
264. Pyridostigmine bromide
Drug:
Pyridostigmine bromide
Indication :
Myasthenia gravis
Status :
Blue
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
265. Pyridostigmine bromide
Drug:
Pyridostigmine bromide
Indication :
Orthostatic hypotension
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
3rd line. Off-label use for patients who have not responded to midodrine or fludrocortisone
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
266. Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Indication :
Isoniazid poisoning
Status :
Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Restrictions / Comments:

Important
 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
SABP
Links :
SPC
267. Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Indication :
Sideroblastic anaemia
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

On advice from specialist.  

NHSE do not recommend the routine prescription of vitamins and mineral preparations, with the exceptions of patients with medically diagnosed deficiency, including those with lifelong or chronic conditions, or post surgery resulting in malabsorption (e.g.  Whipple’s procedure and some other GI surgeries), calcium and vitamin D for osteoporosis, prescription-only vitamin D analogues or malnutrition. Continuing need should be reviewed on a regular basis. Not for use for prevention of deficiency  

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC
268. Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Drug:
Pyridoxine hydrochloride
Indication :
Vitamin B6 deficiency
Status :
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Capsules
  • Tablets
Restrictions / Comments:

Important

On advice from specialist.  

NHSE do not recommend the routine prescription of vitamins and mineral preparations, with the exceptions of patients with medically diagnosed deficiency, including those with lifelong or chronic conditions, or post surgery resulting in malabsorption (e.g.  Whipple’s procedure and some other GI surgeries), calcium and vitamin D for osteoporosis, prescription-only vitamin D analogues or malnutrition. Continuing need should be reviewed on a regular basis. Not for use for prevention of deficiency  

 
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Links :
SPC