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.
21/11/23 - Capsaicin cream 0·025%, 0·075% unlicensed (licensed products have become discontinued)
There is some evidence that topical NSAIDs have an effect in acute conditions like strains and sprains and in chronic conditions like arthritis and rheumatism. Simple analgesics or topical rubefacients may provide symptomatic relief and may be considered as an alternative. Generally unsuitable for children. Patient packs carry a warning to avoid during pregnancy or breast-feeding. A range of topical NSAIDs and rubefacients, including ibuprofen gel, is available to the public for self-medication from pharmacies and retail outlets. The cooling effect of levomenthol on the skin may be helpful.
Cream 0·025%, 0·075% unlicensed (licensed products have become discontinued)
0·025%, for symptomatic relief in osteoarthritis, apply a small amount 4 times daily.
0·075%, for post-herpetic neuralgia (important: after lesions have healed) apply sparingly 3 to 4 times daily for 8 weeks then review.
Cream, menthol 1% in aqueous cream (Arjun®)
Apply 1 to 2 times daily.
TAM (Treatments and Medicines) NHS Highland