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The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
7. Obstetrics, gynaecology, renal and urinary-tract disorders
7.1. Drugs used in obstetrics
7.1.1. Prostaglandins and oxytocics
7.1.1.1. Drugs affecting the ductus arteriosus
Total Formulary
Total Formulary
7.1.2. Mifepristone
Total Formulary
MIFEPRISTONE
Restrictions:
Restricted to specialist use only.
Prescribing Notes:
The combined pack presentation of mifepristone and misoprostol (Medabon®) remains non-Formulary.
It offered no advantage over existing formulary choices and was considered to introduce additional risk. This presentation will not be stocked in relevant departments in NHSGGC.
7.1.3. Myometrial relaxants
Total Formulary
RITODRINE
Restrictions: Restricted to specialist initiation.
Prescribing Notes:
The licensed preparation of ritodrine has been discontinued. An unlicensed preparation of ritodrine is currently used within obstetrics