We are pleased to advise that deep linking capability, enabling users to directly download individual mobile toolkits, has now been released on the RDS mobile app. When you install the update, you will see that each toolkit has a small QR code icon the header area beside the search icon – see screenshot below. Clicking on this icon will open up a window with a full-size QR code and the alternative of a short URL for sharing with users. Instructions are provided.
You may need to actively install the update to install RDS app version 4.7.1 to see this improvement. Installing this update is also strongly recommended to get the full benefits of the new contingency arrangements – specifically, that if the RDS website should fail, you will still be able to download new mobile app toolkits.
To check your current RDS version, click on the three dots bottom right of the RDS app screen. This takes you to a “More” page where you will see the version number. To install latest updates:
On iPhones – go to the Apple store, click on your profile icon top right, scroll down to see the apps waiting to be updated and update the RDS app.
On Android phones – these can vary, but try going to the Google Play store, click on your profile icon top right, click on “Manage apps and device”, select and update the RDS app.
Please get in touch with ann.wales3@nhs.scot with any questions.
31/08/23 - Anti-D (RHO) immunoglobulin solution for injection 250 units removed (Formulary review).
| Product | Indication | Local/National guidance |
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Intraveneous immunoglobulin (IVIg) Authoriser: Specialist consultant Supplier: Issued by pharmacy on receipt of completed Scottish IVIG Request form |
All immunoglobulin indications (including primary immunodeficiency) within national guidance (opposite). First-line therapy (red) or equal first-line therapy with another medicine(s) (blue) are approved for use within NHS Highland. Requests for all other indications should follow non-Formulary processes. |
Clinical guidelines for immunoglobulin use, 2nd edition update for Scotland Clinical guidelines for immunoglobulin use, 3rd edition update for Scotland |
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Anti-D (Rh0) Immunoglobulin 500 units (D-GAM) and 1500 units (Rhophylac) Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: |
Prevention of hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN). Routine antenatal anti-D prophylaxis RAADP. |
BCSH: Anti-D immunoglobulin for the prevention of haemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn NICE TA156 |
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Anti-hepatitis B Immunoglobulin injection 500 units Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: Casualty departments. Further stock and advice: |
Post-exposure prophylaxis Prevention in at-risk neonates (administered with Hepatitis B vaccine). |
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Anti-tetanus Immunoglobulin injection 250 units Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: Casualty departments. Further stock and advice: |
Prophylaxis for tetanus-prone wounds. Treatment of clinical tetanus. |
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Anti-varicella zoster Immunoglobulin injection 250 units Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: Further stock and advice: |
Post-exposure prophylaxis in high-risk individuals. | |
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Anti-rabies Immunoglobulin injection Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: Further stock and advice: |
Post-exposure prophylaxis (administered with rabies vaccine). | |
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Human Normal Immunoglobulin injection (Subgam 1000mg) Authoriser: Medical staff Supplier: Further stock and advice: |
Measles prophylaxis for immunocompetent infants and pregnant women as per National Guidance. |
Guidelines on Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for measles June 2019 (publishing.service.gov.uk) |
Solution for intravenous infusion (contact Pharmacy for available brand) (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for subcutaneous injection (contact Pharmacy for available brand) (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for injection 500 units, 1500 units (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for injection 500 units, intramuscular (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for injection 250 units, intramuscular (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for injection 250mg, intramuscular (specialist recommendation only)
Solution for injection 500 units, intramuscular (specialist recommendation only)
TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland