Lancashire and South Cumbria
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13 Skin

Dermatology prescribing may require use of expensive unlicensed
creams and ointments (known as ‘Specials’). Please consult the revised British Association of Dermatologists (BAD) list of preferred Specials (2018) for advice on appropriate product choice.

Specials Recommended by the British Association of Dermatologists for Skin Disease

Several medicines in the skin chapter are available for purchase over the counter and may be appropriate for self care. Please consult the local OTC policy for more details.

LSCMMG: Over The Counter (OTC) Items That Should Not Be Routinely Prescribed In Primary Care Policy 

13-10-01-02 Antibacterial preparations also used systemically

Fusidic acid (Sodium fusidate)
Formulary

Cream 2%
Ointment 2%

To avoid the development of resistance, fusidic acid should not be used for longer than 10 days and local microbiology advice should be sought before using it in hospital.


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Metronidazole
Formulary

Gel 0.75%

Cream 0.75%


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