Does the UK have a pharmaceutical benefits scheme?

Under the Reciprocal Health Care Agreement (RHCA) scheme, the PBS is also available to people from: United Kingdom, Ireland, New Zealand, Malta, Italy, Sweden, Netherlands, Finland, Norway, Belgium, Slovenia.

Is there a medication database?

FDB’s drug databases are compiled by highly trained and experienced clinical staff from the most relevant sources of drug product information, such as the FDA and trusted medical and pharmacy journals.

What is SPS NHS?

Specialist Pharmacy Services (SPS)

What medical conditions qualify for free prescriptions?

Free prescriptions for certain medical conditions

  • cancer, including the effects of cancer or the effects of current or previous cancer treatment.
  • a permanent fistula (for example, a laryngostomy, colostomy, ileostomy or some renal dialysis fistulas) requiring continuous surgical dressing or an appliance.

Who is eligible for PBS medicines?

Who is eligible for the PBS? The Scheme is available to all Australian residents who hold a current Medicare card. Overseas visitors from countries with which Australia has a Reciprocal Health Care Agreement (RHCA) are also eligible to access the Scheme.

Where can I get information on medication?

Drugs@FDA is a Web site where you can search for official information about United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved brand name and generic drugs. It is a catalog of FDA approved drug products.

What are the 7 drug categories?

7 Drug Categories

  • (1) Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants. CNS depressants slow down the operations of the brain and the body.
  • (2) CNS Stimulants.
  • (3) Hallucinogens.
  • (4) Dissociative Anesthetics.
  • (5) Narcotic Analgesics.
  • (6) Inhalants.
  • (7) Cannabis.

What is SPC in pharmacy?

Summaries of Product Characteristics (SPCs) is a description of a medicinal product’s properties and the conditions attached to its use. It explains how to use and prescribe a medicine. It is used by healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses and pharmacists.

When do we use SPS?

This medication is used to treat a high level of potassium in your blood. Too much potassium in your blood can sometimes cause heart rhythm problems. Sodium polystyrene sulfonate works by helping your body get rid of extra potassium.