This Formulary is to be used in conjunction with the information below:
Wound management guidelines and formulary (Formularies) | Right Decisions (scot.nhs.uk).
Most available accessories are not normally required however prescriptions for these products may be requested by patients. In general, stoma accessories should only be prescribed on the advice of an NHS CSCNS, who will make a decision on an individual patient basis.
Points to note:
- Do not prescribe deodorants; patients should purchase an ordinary household deodorant/air freshener if required for when changing bags.
- Adhesive removers should only be prescribed following the advice of a CSCNS.
- Discharge solidifying agents are not usually needed, unless on the recommendation of a CSCNS.
Type | Brand | Product Code | Quantity per pack | Cost |
Adhesive remover wipes | Salts Healthcare | WAP2 | 30 | £8.65 (45p per wipe) |
Adhesive remover spray | Lifteez | 60833 | 50ml | £5.60 |
Stocare | STC100 | 50ml | £5.30 | |
Salts | WAP | 50ml | £6.50 | |
Skin barrier film wipes | Salts | PPS1 | 30 | £15.47 |
Protective skin powder | Convatec orahesive powder | S106 | 25g | £2.55 |
Hollister adapt powder | 7906 | 25g | £2.62 | |
Discharge solidifying agents | Gel-x capsules | GEL-X | 140 | £15.73 |
*Cost: Prices from ISD Scotland stoma appliances list (Drug Tariff), January 2023.