Esomeprazole injection
Indication
(powder for reconstitution) - 40mg vial
Patients for whom parenteral administration of PPI is indicated for symptom control but for whom iv access is not possible.
Palliative Use Only
Amber level 0
Brand:
Nice TA:
Commissioning responsibility:
Palliative Use Only:
Yes
PbR excluded:
No
BNF chapter:
Gastro-intestinal system
Background
May not be available from community pharmacies - check supply.
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Amber level 0
Reason for decision:
Suitable for GP prescribing following recommendation/initiation by specialist
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