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A letter was sent to healthcare professionals about mirabegron for symptomatic treatment of urgency, increased
micturition frequency, or urgency incontinence.
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Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are associated with very infrequent cases of subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (SCLE), a non-scarring dermatosis that can develop in sun-exposed areas.
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New monitoring instructions to detect these side effects as soon as possible.
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Last month, letters were sent regarding ketoprofen gel, fingolimod (Gilenya▼) and efavirenz (Sustiva).
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The maximum adult daily dose of hydroxyzine is now 100 mg. Do not prescribe hydroxyzine to people with a prolonged QT interval or risk factors for QT interval prolongation.
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Check full blood counts before prescribing dimethyl fumarate and then every 6 to 12 months. Stop treatment immediately if you suspect progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy.
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The new module helps clinicians understand how to identify, manage and avoid side effects when using corticosteroids.
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Since November 2014, letters were sent regarding vismodegib (Erivedge ▼), chlorhexidine solutions, carbocisteine oral liquid (Mucodyne Paediatric 125mg/5ml), regadenoson (Rapiscan), a parenteral nutrition emulsion (Trio…
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A short course (3 to 7 days) may be used with caution in certain patients with an eGFR of 30 to 44 ml/min/1.73m2
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If you suspect exfoliative dermatitis caused by an adverse drug reaction to ustekinumab, stop treatment.
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Measure serum immunoglobulin levels if recurrent infections develop. Consider bronchiectasis or pulmonary fibrosis if patients develop persistent respiratory symptoms.
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Warn patients and family, monitor patients for signs of depression
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Reports of reconstituted solution leaking from some models of extension sets and pumps.
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There have been reports of thrombotic microangiopathy and nephrotic syndrome linked to interferon beta treatment.
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New warnings due to risk of hyperkalaemia, hypotension, and impaired renal function have been agreed following an EU-wide review.
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Risk of tuberculosis - screen all patients before starting treatment and monitor them closely.
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The risk of foetal malformation with oral retinoids is extremely high, even when used at a low dose or for a short time during pregnancy. All oral retinoids have an associated Pregnancy Prevention Programme (PPP), which is s…
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Updated prescribing advice provided.
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May cause skin irritation, particularly in children with eczema, possibly due to sodium lauryl sulfate content.
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Levofloxacin (a fluoroquinolone antibiotic) is unfavourable as first-line treatment for several indications.
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Healthcare professionals reminded that tacrolimus may be associated with possible risk of malignancy.
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Evidence does not support any increased risk of cancer in patients who use these medicines.
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Don't apply aqueous calamine cream onto the skin before an X-ray examination because it may affect the outcome of the radiograph.
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Risk of aseptic peritonitis with Dianeal, Extraneal, and Nutrineal peritoneal dialysis solutions due to possible presence of endotoxin.
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Prescribers should remain vigilant with regards to the similarity of these 2 drug names.
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Erythema multiforme, Stevens Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis reported in association with isotretinoin - may result in hospitalisation, disability, life-threatening events, or death.
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Patients should be advised to promptly report to their doctor any changes in their breast tissue such as lumps, pain, or nipple discharge.
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A reminder for those who use topical ketoprofen to avoid direct sunlight, ultraviolet rays, sunbeds or sunlamps.
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You should take caution when you use NSAIDs in patients with renal impairment or are at risk.
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Use of aliskiren can cause angioedema, a rare and serious side effect, and or acute renal failure.
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The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has concluded that oral fluoroquinolone norfloxacin (Utinor) shouldn't be used to treat acute or chronic, complicated pyelonephritis.
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MHRA has found samples of intensive body lotion with aloe vera (OSAS) to contain corticosteroid betamethasone.
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Healthcare professionals are encouraged to report all suspected adverse reactions (ADRs) on the yellow card porftal to melt formulations of desmopressin.
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Over-correction of haemoglobin concentration may increase the risk of death and serious cardiovascular events in patients with chronic kidney disease; it may increase the risk of thrombosis and related complications in patie…
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To avoid the risk of air embolism, these products should not be infused under pressure.
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Patients should be assessed regularly due to reported cases of suicidal ideation and suicidal behaviour during treatment with duloxetine or shortly after stopping treatment.
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Risk of early psychiatric side-effects is one of several important safety issues for healthcare professionals to discuss with patients and carers, who should seek urgent medical advice in the event of any worrying symptoms.
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Cataract surgeons should check past or current use of α-1 adrenoreceptor antagonists for prostatic hypertrophy before surgery.
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Isotretinoin should only be prescribed by consultant dermatologist-led teams and dispensed only by a hospital pharmacy.
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Patients who use products that contain maltose, xylose, or galactose should use glucose-specific monitors.