Prescribing guidance
Prescribing guidance and pathways for healthcare professionals across NHS Central East ICB.
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Amiodarone
Amiodarone is a medicine used to treat and prevent a range of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). This page provides information to support the safe prescribing, monitoring and ongoing management of amiodarone therapy, including important safety considerations and recommended monitoring requirements.
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Anticoagulation
Anticoagulant medicines are used to prevent and treat blood clots and reduce the risk of stroke, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. This page brings together resources to support the safe and effective use of anticoagulant therapy.
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Lipid Management
Lipids, including cholesterol, play an important role in cardiovascular health. This page provides information on the management of lipid levels to help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attack and stroke.
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Metolazone
Metolazone is a medicine used to help reduce fluid build-up caused by conditions such as heart failure and kidney disease. This page provides information on the safe use and monitoring of metolazone treatment.
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Midodrine
Midodrine is a medicine used to treat low blood pressure associated with conditions such as orthostatic hypotension and neurocardiogenic syncope. This page provides information on the safe use and monitoring of midodrine treatment.
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Patiromer calcium
Patiromer calcium is a medicine used to treat high potassium levels in people with chronic kidney disease, heart failure and certain other conditions. This page provides information on the safe use and monitoring of patiromer treatment.
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Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate
Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate is a medicine used to treat high potassium levels in people with chronic kidney disease, heart failure and certain other conditions. This page provides information on the safe use and monitoring of sodium zirconium cyclosilicate treatment