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CPPE e-learning: Safer supply and use of Specials
The Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education (CPPE) has launched Safer use and supply of Specials, a new e-learning programme for the pharmacy profession.
In November 2011, new arrangements for reimbursing Specials were introduced into the NHS Drug Tariff. This programme looks at the key professional responsibilities for pharmacists when dealing with the supply of Specials, including the changes to reimbursement arrangements.
Professor Christopher Cutts, director of CPPE, comments:
"In recent years, pharmacists have increasingly bought in Specials rather than preparing products extemporaneously within the pharmacy setting. This practice has arisen from a need to ensure quality in the manufacturing process and to enhance patient safety.
"Completing Safer use and supply of Specials will give pharmacists and pharmacy technicians a better understanding of the standards, guidance, risks and responsibilities involved, and will help them in their dealings with patients, prescribers and suppliers."
Safer use and supply of Specials and CPPE's other e-learning materials are available on the CPPE e-learning site.
Posted 27 January 2012