West Kent Interface Adult Formulary
Using the Formulary
Therapeutic Sections
Gastro-intestinal system
Cardiovascular system
Respiratory system
Nervous system
Infection
Endocrine system
Genito-urinary system
Immune system and malignant disease
Blood and Nutrition
Musculoskeletal system
Eye
Ear, nose and oropharynx
Skin
Vaccines
Anaesthesia
Preparations used in Diagnosis
Emergency treatment of poisoning
Unlicensed medicines
Wound Management
Over the Counter Items
Prescribing Guidelines
Antimicrobial Guidelines
Gastro-intestinal system
Cardiovascular system
Respiratory system
Nervous system
Infection
Endocrine system
Genito-urinary system
Immune system and malignant disease
Blood and nutrition
Musculoskeletal system
Eye
Ear, nose and oropharynx
Skin
Vaccines
Anaesthesia
Emergency treatment of poisoning
Palliative Care
Miscellaneous
Shared Care Guidance
Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
Drug Request Forms & Procedures
Prescribing Proformas
High Cost Drugs Manual
Drug Index
Using the Formulary
Therapeutic Sections
Gastro-intestinal system
Chronic bowel disorders
Aminosalicylates
Corticosteroids
Immunosuppressants - GI
Irritable bowel syndrome
Short bowel syndrome
Constipation and bowel cleansing
Bowel cleansing
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Disorders of gastric acid and ulceration
Antacids
Helicobacter pylori eradication
Gastroprotective chelates and complexes
H2-receptor antagonists
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Gastro-intestinal smooth muscle spasm
Liver disorders and related conditions
Biliary disorders
Oesophageal varices
Obesity
Rectal and anal disorders
Haemorrhoids
Anal fissures
Reduced exocrine secretions
Cardiovascular system
Arrhythmias
Bleeding disorders
Antifibrinolytics
Subarachnoid haemorrhage
Blood clots
Blocked catheters and lines
Thromboembolism
Blood pressure conditions
Hypertension
Hypotension and shock
Heart failure
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics (Aldosterone antagonists)
Drugs Acting on the Renin-Angiotensin System
SGLT2 Inhibitor (Heart Failure)
Cardiogenic Shock
Hyperlipidaemia
Lipid regulating drugs
Myocardial ischaemia
Antithrombotic Drugs
Nitrates
Other antianginal drugs
Sympathomimetics
Oedema
Loop Diuretics
Osmotic Diuretics
Potassium-Sparing Diuretics
Vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease
Vein malformations
Respiratory system
Airways disease, obstructive
Antimuscarinics
Beta-2 adrenoreceptor agonists - long acting
Beta-2 adrenoreceptor agonists - short acting
Corticosteroids (inhaled)
Immunosuppressants (Monoclonal Antibodies)
Leukotriene receptor antagonists
Phosphodiesterase Type-4 Inhibitor
Xanthines
Hypertonic sodium chloride nebuliser solutions
Peak Flow meters and spacer devices
Allergic conditions
Allergic Emergencies
Antihistamines - non-sedating
Antihistamines - sedating
Allergen-Type Vaccines
Angioedema
Conditions affecting sputum viscosity
Mucolytics
Cystic fibrosis
Cough and congestion
Cough preparations
Aromatic Inhalations
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Respiratory stimulants
Nervous system
Dementia
Epilepsy and other seizure disorders
Status epilepticus
Mental health disorders
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Bipolar disorder and mania
Depression
Psychoses and schizophrenia
Movement disorders
Dystonias and other involuntary movements
Parkinson's disease
Nausea and labyrinth disorders
Antiemetics and Antinauseants
Meniere's disease
Pain
Non-opioid and compound analgesics
Opioid Analgesics (pain control)
Migraine
Neuropathic pain
Sleep disorders
Insomnia
Narcolepsy
Substance dependence
Alcohol dependence
Nicotine dependence
Opioid dependence
Infection
Amoebic infection
Bacterial infection
Antibacterials
Leprosy
Lyme disease
Tuberculosis
Urinary tract infection
Fungal infection
Antifungals
Pneumocystis pneumonia
Helminth infection
Protozoal infection
Malaria
Viral infection
Coronavirus
Hepatitis infection
Herpesvirus infections
HIV infection
Influenza
Endocrine system
Antidiuretic hormone disorders
Diabetes insipidus
Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion
Corticosteroid responsive conditions
Diabetes mellitus and hypoglycaemia
Blood Glucose Lowering Drugs
Insulins
Hypoglycaemia
Diabetes mellitus diagnostic, monitoring & other devices
Disorders of bone metabolism
Bisphosphonates
Calcium regulating drugs
Drugs affecting bone structure and mineralisation
Dopamine responsive conditions
Gonadotrophin responsive conditions
Anti-Gonadotrophin Releasing Hormones
Gonadotrophin-Releasing Hormones
Hypothalamic and anterior pituitary hormone related disorders
Adrenocortical function testing
Assessment of pituitary function
Gonadotrophin replacement therapy
Growth hormone disorders
Sex hormone responsive conditions
Female sex hormone responsive conditions
Male sex hormone responsive conditions
Thyroid disorders
Hyperthyroidism
Hypothyroidism
Genito-urinary system
Bladder and urinary disorders
Urinary frequency, enuresis and incontinence
Urinary retention
Urological pain
Bladder instillations and urological surgery
Urological surgery
Maintenance of indwelling urinary catheters
Contraception
Combined hormonal contraception (community only)
Combined hormonal contraception (community and hospital)
Contraceptive devices - copper
Contraceptive devices - hormonal (progestogen-only)
Emergency contraception
Oral Progestogen-only contraception (community only)
Parenteral progestogen-only contraception (community and hospital)
Spermicidal contraception (community only)
Erectile dysfunction
Obstetrics
Induction of labour
Postpartum haemorrhage
Premature labour
Termination of pregnancy
Patent ductus arteriosus
Vaginal and vulval conditions
Vaginal and vulval bacterial infections
Vaginal and vulval fungal infections
Vaginal atrophy
Immune system and malignant disease
Immune system disorders and transplantation
Corticosteroids and Immunosuppressants
Multiple sclerosis
Malignant disease
Antibody responsive malignancy
Cytotoxic responsive malignancy
Hormone responsive malignancy
Immunotherapy responsive malignancy
Blood and Nutrition
Blood and Blood-forming organs
Anaemias
Iron overload
Neutropenia and stem cell mobilisation
Platelet disorders
Nutrition and metabolic disorders
Fluid and electrolyte imbalances
Mineral and trace elements deficiencies
Parenteral Nutrition
Parenteral nutrition supplements
Nutrition (oral)
Vitamin deficiency
Musculoskeletal system
Arthritis
Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
Immunosuppressants
Phosphodiesterase Type-4 inhibitors
Hyperuricaemia and Gout
Acute attack of gout
Long term control of gout
Neuromuscular disorders
Neuroprotective drugs
Muscular dystrophy
Anticholinesterases
Myotonic disorders
Nocturnal leg cramps
Skeletal muscle relaxants and spasticity
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Cox-2 inhibitors
Non-selective NSAIDs
Corticosteroids in inflammatory disorders
Local corticosteroid injections
Soft-tissue disorders
Enzymes
Topical antirheumatics
Eye
Allergic conjunctivitis
Inflammatory eye conditions
Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory eye drops
Corticosteroids and the eye
Corticosteroids with Anti-infectives (eye)
Immunosuppressants (keratitis)
Mydriatics and cycloplegics
Dry eye conditions
With preservative
Preservative free
Eye infections
Antibacterials (eye infection)
Antifungals/antiamoebics (eye infection)
Antivirals (eye infection)
Eye procedures
Antimuscarinics
Dyes
Sympathomimetics
Post-operative pain and inflammation
Vitrectomy for proliferative diabetic retinopathy
Glaucoma and ocular hypertension
Beta-adrenoceptor blockers
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Miotics (parasympathomimetics)
Prostaglandin analogues and Prostamides
Sympathomimetics
Retinal disorders
Macular degeneration
Macular oedema
Vitreomacular traction
Conjunctival Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN)
Persistent epithelial defects
Ear, nose and oropharynx
Ear
Otitis externa
Otitis media
Removal of ear wax
Nose
Nasal congestion
Nasal infection including sinusitis
Nasal inflammation, nasal polyps and rhinitis
Oropharynx
Dry mouth
Oral hygiene
Oral ulceration and inflammation
Oropharyngeal infections
Skin
Barrier creams and ointments
Emollients
Emollient creams and ointments
Emollient creams and ointments with antimicrobial
Emollient with Urea
Emollient bath and shower products
Infections of the skin
Bacterial skin infections
Fungal skin infections
Parasitic skin infections
Viral skin infections
Inflammatory skin conditions
Corticosteroids (topical)
Eczema, Psoriasis and other skin conditions
Perspiration
Hyperhidrosis
Pruritus
Acne and Rosacea
Dermatological drugs
Oral antibacterials (acne)
Antiseptics and Disinfectants
Retinoid and related drugs
Topical antibacterials
Anti-androgens
Skin cleansers, antiseptics and desloughing agents
Minor cuts and abrasions
Sun protection and photodamage
Sunscreen preparations
Photodamage
Warts and calluses
Salicylic acid and derivatives
Antiseptics and disinfectants
Antineoplastic drugs
Antivirals
Vaccines
Immunoglobulin therapy
Anti-D (Rh0) immunoglobulin
Normal immunoglobulin
Tuberculosis diagnostic test
Vaccination
Covid-19 Vaccine
Anaesthesia
Intravenous Anaesthetics
Inhalation anaesthetics
Anaesthesia adjuvants
Antimuscarinics
Neuromuscular blocking drugs
Neuromuscular blockade reversal
Sedatives
Analgesics
Peri-operative sedation
Malignant hyperthermia
Local anaesthesia
Vasoconstrictor Sympathomimetics
Preparations used in Diagnosis
Dyes
Emergency treatment of poisoning
Antidotes and chelators
Benzodiazepine toxicity
Opioid toxicity
Paracetamol toxicity
Methaemoglobinaemia
Unlicensed medicines
Motility stimulants
Wound Management
MTW Trust Wound Care Guidance
West Kent CCG Wound Care Guidance
Over the Counter Items
Prescribing Guidelines
Antimicrobial Guidelines
Antimicrobial Stewardship
Standard and High Antimicrobial Dosage Table for Susceptibility Recommendations
A&E Department Guidelines
Treatment of Infection by Body System
Cardiovascular
Gastrointestinal infections
Central Nervous System
Respiratory Infections
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Urinary Tract Infections
Genito-urinary tract infections
Ear Nose and Throat (ENT)
Sepsis
Antibiotic Therapeutic Level Monitoring
Healthcare Associated Infections
Surgical Prophylaxis
Catheter Related Blood Stream Infections
Line Lock Therapy for intra-vascular line infection
Splenectomy
Malaria Treatment Guidelines
MTW Contact Details for Antimicrobial Stewardship and Infection Control
MTW Neonatal and Paediatric Antibiotic Guidelines
Neonatal Antibiotic guidelines
Paediatric Antibiotic guidelines
MTW Antifungal Guidelines
MTW Antibiotic treatment in suspected COVID-19 patients
Primary Care Antimicrobial Prescribing Guidelines
Gastro-intestinal system
Cardiovascular system
Thromboembolism
VTE Prevention & Treatment Guidelines
Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs)
Warfarin
Intravenous unfractionated heparin (UFH) protocol
Converting between Anticoagulants
VTE in Pregnancy and Puerperium
Peri-operative management of anticoagulants and antiplatelets
Patient Alert Cards (DOACs)
Thrombolysis
Lipid Management
Anaphylaxis Algorithms
Respiratory system
Nervous system
Alcohol Withdrawal Protocol
Controlled Drugs / Benzodiazepine Prescribing Patient Treatment Agreement
Dementia
Epilepsy & Other Seizure Disorders
Insomnia
Management of Headaches and Migraines in Adults
Pain
Protocol for the use of IV Paracetamol
Rapid Tranquilisation
Reviewing antipsychotics for BPSD
Smoking Cessation Treatments
Infection
Endocrine system
Diabetes Guidelines
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetic KetoAcidosis (DKA)
Hypoglycaemia
Variable Rate Intravenous Insulin Infusion (VRIII)
Biosimilar Insulin Prescribing
Safe Insulin Prescribing
HRT Guidelines
Genito-urinary system
Overactive Bladder
Obstetric Guidelines
Immune system and malignant disease
Blood and nutrition
Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Anaemia
Fluid and Electrolytes Imbalances
Hypercalcaemia
Hypocalcaemia
Hyperkalaemia
Hypokalaemia
Hypermagnesaemia
Hypomagnesaemia
Hyperphosphataemia
Hypophosphataemia
Intravenous Fluid Therapy
Parenteral Nutrition
Nutrition (Oral)
Intravenous Potassium Policy
Vitamin D in Adults
Specialist Infant Milk
Musculoskeletal system
Eye
Ear, nose and oropharynx
Skin
Vaccines
Anaesthesia
Emergency treatment of poisoning
Palliative Care
Miscellaneous
Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting
Controlled Drugs Prescription Requirements
Injections for Enteral Administration
Medicine Stability during a heatwave
Perioperative Drug Guidelines
Prescribing in Renal Impairment
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Useful Calculators
Care Home Best Practice Guidance
Over the Counter (OTC) Medicines Guidance
Private & NHS Treatment Guidance
Free of Charge Scheme Guidance
Kent & Medway Sharps Bin Guidance
Shared Care Guidance
Intravenous Immunoglobulin (IVIG)
Drug Request Forms & Procedures
Prescribing Proformas
High Cost Drugs Manual
Drug Index
Search
Drug Status Key
Preferred
Second Line
Third Line
Specialist Initiation
Hospital Only
Not Approved for Formulary
Hypermagnesaemia
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