Drug labelling

Pharmacists can do more to bridge the safety gaps for people with learning disabilities

People with learning disabilities are more likely to be taking multiple medicines, but labels are not designed with them in mind — it is time to pay more attention to this patient group’s needs.…

Public and pharmacist views on the appearance of and messaging on antibiotics to address inappropriate use

The main purpose of medicines labelling and packaging is to provide clear unambiguous identification of the medicine and the conditions for its safe use. This information, together with its format and style, is essential for minimising medication errors by enabling patients, carers and healthcare pr…

Emollient packaging should include fire risk warning, says MHRA

People who use emollient creams to treat dry and itchy skin conditions should be warned about the potential fire hazard, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency has said.…

MHRA issues drug alert after drugs mislabelled

Pharmacists have been warned to be aware of possible wrong labelling on a number of batches of drugs including medicines to treat epilepsy, anxiety and depression.…

Government outlines plans to print price of drugs on dispensing labels

The Department of Health has begun consulting on its proposal to include the cost of drugs to the NHS on dispensing labels.…

Medication barcoding system tested in Welsh care homes improves patient safety

A pilot project trialling a barcoding system for dispensed medicines administered in care homes in Wales has shown that the system saves staff time, improves patient safety and reduces medicines waste.…

Labelling price of medicines won’t solve the real problem

Putting the price of a medicine on the packet may not improve medicines adherence and may have unintended consequences, writes Paul Gimson.…

Guidance clarifies new rules for pharmacies selling poisons and chemicals

Changes in legislation prompt the RPS to publish guidance for pharmacists.…