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Medicines resources

We provide evidence-based information on prescribing and medicines safety to support healthcare professionals.
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Unlicensed liquid medicines and discharge processes

In August 2024, we published six recommendations for implementation by hospitals. These aim to improve the safety of unlicensed liquid medicines in the transition from hospital to home care.

Medicines Committee

A collaborative standing committee with joint membership between RCPCH and Neonatal and Paediatric Pharmacy Group (NPPG).

Meeting three times a year, it advises external agencies and supports a range of activities to ensure that the medications prescribed for children and young people are safe and effective and provided by appropriately trained healthcare professionals. 

Our website provides practical and reliable information to parents and carers about giving medicines to their child - with leaflets on many medicines plus explanatory videos..