Update for emergency hydrocortisone

SOLU-CORTEF injections

Pfizer SOLU-CORTEF VIAL 100mg with diluent is currently out of stock and the next expected delivery is week ending 14 June.  NB: This is not a guaranteed date.

UK standards for Paediatric Endocrinology Update

The UK standards for Paediatric Endocrinology have been recently updated by the BSPED and are now endorsed by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

Preparing for Brexit: Update regarding supply of medicines

There is much uncertainty around Brexit currently and we have received some enquiries in recent weeks from patients concerned about their supply of medicines. Whether it is a no-deal Brexit or the agreement brokered by the prime minister, leaving the European Union promises to have a profound impact on patients and the wider NHS. Click to read more.

Preparing for Brexit: Security of supply for essential medicines and therapies

Ensuring pituitary patients have security of supply for their essential medicines and therapies: Westminster’s Commons Select Committee on Health and Social Care is conducting an inquiry into Brexit preparations for a possible No-Deal outcome on 29 March 2019. 

Medical update: Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC)

SMC has accepted hydrocortisone granules for restricted use for the replacement therapy of adrenal insufficiency.

Flu Vaccinations

Vaccination against pneumonia and influenza is commonly given to groups, such as the elderly or very young, or those who are most at risk. Read more here.

Update on supplies of Hydrocortisone Sodium Phosphate (ex Efcortesol)

August 2018 - Concordia International have given their latest update on the supplies of Hydrocortisone Sodium Phosphate (ex Efcortesol).

Diabetes Insipidus – time to change the name?

Diabetes Insipidus – time to change the name?

Heatwave advice for diabetes insipidus patients

Advice for how diabetes insipidus patients should manage their symptoms in the hot summer weather.

Update on supplies of Hydrocortisone Sodium Phosphate (ex Efcortesol)

November 2017 - Concordia International have given their latest update on the supplies of Hydrocortisone Sodium Phosphate (ex Efcortesol).