Group items tagged

List of drugs controlled under the Misuse of Drugs legislation

Controlled Drugs This page contains a range of NPC publications / resources relating to controlled drugs. Our resources aim to support the safe and effective use of controlled drugs, in line with regulatory changes and best practice.

Guidance on changes in the management of Controlled Drugs There have recently been a number of changes to the monitoring and inspection, prescribing, supply and record keeping requirements for Controlled Drugs. The changes, which are a mixture of legislative and good practice requirements, have led to a number of changes in day to day practice for pharmacists. This section outlines the changes, clarifies whether they are legislative or a matter of good practice and provides links to further information.

Legislation and Information on Controlled Drugs

This section contains information on the post Shipman changes to the legal framework around the use and management of controlled drugs. It signposts the user to the relevant legislation and guidance from Government, professional bodies and other agencies.

Controlled Drug (CD) Disposal Kits

Guidance for Pharmacists on the safe destruction of Controlled Drugs England, Scotland and Wales

Liverpool Care Pathway (LCP) guidelines for LCP Drug Prescribing in Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease