Q: I have a prescription for ‘Pregnacare capsules 30’ - are they allowed on prescription?
A: Pregnacare capsules are not allowed on an NHS prescription as they are named in the blacklist sections of the Drug Tariffs.
However, Pregnacare tablets are not blacklisted and so they are allowed on an NHS prescription. Prescriptions written for capsules must be returned to the prescriber for amendment prior to dispensing.
Prescriptions for tablets must be endorsed with manufacturer, pack size and price.
| UK Drug Tariff Black List Sections | Drug Tariff Blacklisted Item | Allowed Item | Manufacturer & pack Size | Pack size/PIP Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England &Wales XVIIIA |
Pregnacare Capsules | Pregnacare Tablets | Vitabiotics Ltd 30 tablet (2 x 15 tablets) 90 tablet (6 x 15 tablets) |
30 tablets 040-5803 |
| 90 tablets 288-9996 |
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| Scotland Schedule 1 |
Pregnacare Capsules | Pregnacare Tablets | ||
| Northern Ireland Part XI (A) |
Pregnacare Capsules | Pregnacare Tablets | ||
This Tariff Tip covers all UK Tariffs.
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