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Opiates

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PDA urges caution when handling opiate prescriptions

The PDA has called on GP pharmacists to review the way they handle prescriptions for opiates.

30 Nov 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Substance misuse

WHO retracts opioid guidelines amid allegations

WHO retracted the guidelines amid allegations that drug manufacturers had undue influence on their development.

 

15 Jan 2020 , 1 Min Article

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Legal

Pharmacist jailed for selling drugs worth 280k on black market

A West Midlands pharmacist has received a 28-month prison sentence for selling medicines on the black market.

14 Jan 2020 , 1 Min Article

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New recommendations to tackle drug abuse

Drug-related deaths in England hit record high

15 Sep 2016 , 1 Min Article