<<forEachTiddler where 'tiddler.tags.contains(context.inTiddler.title)' sortBy tiddler.title ascending write '"*[["+tiddler.title+"]]\n"'>> <<tiddler AutoRefresh with: force>> ''Principles'' Docs with full registration can prescribe all meds except schedule 1 of misuse of drugs 2001 only prescribe drugs for identtified needs, not for own convenience or pt request avoid treating self or family ''Keep up to date'' follow NICE, SIGN BNF use yellow cards if prescribing on recommendation of another Health professional - you must be happy its the right script to give ''Docs interests in pharmacies'' pts need to know if you have any financial or commercial interest in a prticular pharmacy ''Controlled drugs'' do not prescribe for self or family unless delay puts life or health at risk (eg unacceptable pain or detrioration in condition) ''Remote scripts'' - email, phone, fax, website supported in guidelines with caveats be careful esp if not part of ongoing continuing care ''Decimal points'' - avoid ! ''generic names'' always use except for ... modified release CCB anit-epileptics ciclosporin and tacrolimus mesalazine lithium aminophylline / theophylline methylphenidate CFC free beclometazone dry powder inhalers