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Why can pharmacists swap HRT?
The Department of Health has issued a Serious Shortage Protocol (SSP) for Estradot patches. This allows pharmacists to provide an alternative HRT patch without a new prescription from a doctor, if the patient agrees. This measure, valid until 8 January 2027, aims to manage supply issues and ensure women can continue their treatment with minimal disruption.
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