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Key clinical developments in 2021

Introduction and module overview

Key highlights

Pharmacy quality scheme

More conditions included in the New Medicines Service

Contraception: POM to P switch and new roles

Working with other healthcare professionals and patients

Flu vaccination programme

E-cigarettes for smoking cessation 

Pregabalin and Levothyroxine

Chloramphenicol eye drops and topical steroids

MHRA Drug safety updates

Key NICE guideline updates

Other clinical highlights

CPD entry guide

Conclusion

Reflection exercises

References

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Key highlights

  • The POM to P switch of two oral contraceptives, a significant contraception pilot scheme and a new service in Scotland will create an enhanced role for pharmacy in sexual health
  • E-cigarettes are effective nicotine replacement therapies in helping people to quit smoking
  • Flu vaccinations can now be provided via a national protocol 
  • Lamotrigine or levetiracetam are alternatives to valproate for use in pregnant women with epilepsy

Key clinical developments in 2021

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