Prescribing Advice for GPs

BNF 58

September 28, 2009 at 9:31 am | In Prescribing Extra - Other | Print | No Comments

The 58th Edition of the British National Formulary is currently being printed and distributed.

New or revised content in this version includes updated Prescribing information for:

• Management of arrhythmias
• Management of acute and chronic asthma
• Clostridium difficile infection
• Hospital-acquired pneumonia
• Influenza
• Adjustment of drug dosages in renal impairment
• Wound management products and elasticated garments

The web version has already been updated and printed version is available for purchase.

The print version is distributed by the Department of Health to Dentists, Doctors, Nurses and Pharmacists providing NHS services.

Action: All clinicians should start using BNF 58 as soon as the print version arrives. The web version can be used to access the latest information if necessary.