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PAGB, the consumer health care association, has released a report on the economic value of the over-the-counter sector. The report suggests that encouraging people to take a more a proactive approach to their health by promoting self-care could save the NHS over £1.7 billion per year by eliminating 25 million unnecessary GP appointments and five [...]

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The Pharmaceutical Journal Community pharmacies in England dispensed a record number of items using Serious Shortage Protocols (SSPs) in December 2022, following the publication of eight SSPs for antibiotics, data analysis by The Pharmaceutical Journal has revealed. Data from the NHS Business Services Authority showed that pharmacists dispensed 12,858 items using an SSP in December 2022, [...]

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Following discussions between Community Pharmacy England and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) regarding medicine pricing issues reported by pharmacy owners, the Department has today (21/07/2023) announced the following list of price concessions for July 2023: Please note CPE is still in discussion with DHSC on several other lines of concern, including other [...]

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Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has issued a medicine supply notification for Atomoxetine 40mg and 60mg capsules. MSN/2023/068 Tier 2 – medium impact Date of issue 21st July 2023 Atomoxetine 40mg and 60mg capsules will be out of stock from late July 2023 until September 2023 Other strengths and formulations of atomoxetine remain [...]

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Community Pharmacy England has submitted a full and detailed written response to the Health and Social Care Select Committee’s pharmacy inquiry. The Committee is expected to hold oral evidence sessions when Parliament returns in the Autumn. The commencement of this inquiry follows on from those held on other primary care sectors, including Dentistry and General [...]

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