Document type: drug_safety_update
There are 851 pages with document type ‘drug_safety_update’ in the GOV.UK search index.
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| Type | Group |
|---|---|
| User journey | thing |
| Email document type | other |
| Government document type | other |
| Content Purpose Subgroup | updates_and_alerts |
| Content Purpose Supergroup | news_and_communications |
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- Paracetamol and pregnancy - reminder that taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe
- GLP-1 receptor agonists: reminder of the potential side effects and to be aware of the potential for misuse
- Topiramate (Topamax): introduction of new safety measures, including a Pregnancy Prevention Programme
- Quinine: not to be used routinely for nocturnal leg cramps
- Over-the-counter painkillers containing codeine or dihydrocodeine
- Short-acting beta 2 agonists (SABA) (salbutamol and terbutaline): reminder of the risks from overuse in asthma and to be aware of changes in the SABA prescribing guidelines
- Nitrofurantoin: reminder of the risks of pulmonary and hepatic adverse drug reactions
- Fluoroquinolone antibiotics: reminder of the risk of disabling and potentially long-lasting or irreversible side effects
- Finasteride: reminder of the risk psychiatric side effects and of sexual side effects (which may persist after discontinuation of treatment)
- Off-label or unlicensed use of medicines: prescribers’ responsibilities