See NHS Somerset formulary Useful links for NHS Somerset sick day rules.
See NHS Somerset formulary Fluid and Electrolyte imbalances for Oral rehydration therapy.
Avoid anti-motility agents in children. See below for assessment of dehydration in under 5s: Diarrhoea and vomiting caused by gastroenteritis in under 5s: diagnosis and management NICE CG84 April 2009)
| Therapeutic Area | Formulary Choices | Cost for 28 (unless otherwise stated) | Rationale for decision / comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antimotility agents | Loperamide - suitable for self-care. | 2mg capsules: £0.89 (30) | |
| Codeine | 15mg tablets: £0.78 30mg tablets: £1.01 | Just three days of codeine containing medicines can lead to addiction – NHS Somerset strongly recommend that prescribers discuss the risk of addiction when initiating opioid containing medication. |
