MP6 Introduction of new psychotropic medicines and non-formulary named-patient applications
Category
Medicine management
Code
MP6
Issue No
5
Target Audience
All CWP staff
Purpose
To outline the processes within CWP for approving new psychotropic and associated medicines, for prescribing across the organisation and local health economy; and for obtaining approval to prescribe medicines deemed non-formulary.
Origin
Lead executive
Medical Director
Author and contact number
Senior Clinical Pharmacist
01244 397494
Policy dates & history
Implementation Date
20 March 2014
Approval Meeting
Medicines Management Group (MMG)