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BNSSG Adult Joint Formulary
16.3 Respiratory symptoms- Palliative Care
Last edited: 11-01-2024
First line drugs |
Second line drugs |
Specialist drugs |
Secondary care drugs |
Shortness of breath
Recommended: (TLS Green)
Oral morphine solution
- To relieve sensation of breathlessness
Lorazepam
- For anxiety associated with shortness of breath
Oxygen
Alternatives: (TLS Blue)
Oxycodone liquid
Fentanyl subcutaneous injection
Specific indications: (TLS Blue)
Dexamethasone
- For Superior Vena Cava Obstruction (SVCO) or major airway obstruction
Antibiotics
Furosemide
Salbutamol
- Nebuliser for bronchospasm
Cough
Recommended: (TLS Green)
Simple linctus
Codeine linctus
Alternatives: (TLS Blue)
Carbocisteine
- For cough associated with thick sputum
Methadone linctus
Oral morphine solution
Specific indications: (TLS Blue)
Salbutamol
Prednisolone
Simeticone
- For cough due to gastric reflux
Metoclopramide
- For cough due to gastric reflux
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