BNF:

10.3.2

Status:

Do Not Prescribe (DNP)

Decision Date:

March 2017

Comments

DO NOT PRESCRIBE (DNP): All rubefacients are not recommended for prescribing (note this does not include topical NSAIDs or capsaicin cream)

Do Not Prescribe (DNP) Drug Classifications

• 1: Are classified by the BNF as 'less suitable for prescribing', and includes anti-malarials (where a private prescription may be provided). Have a lack of data on effectiveness compared with standard therapy

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