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SMC Update - November 2017

The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has issued its monthly advice on newly licensed medicines.

Midazolam (Epistatus®) has been accepted for use in the treatment of prolonged, acute, convulsive seizures in children and adolescents aged 10 to less than 18 years. This product provides a licensed alternative to unlicensed preparations.

Action: Clinicians should be aware of the recommendations of the SMC. Routine use of rejected and restricted medicines should be avoided.