NPSA issues alert on injectable amphotericin preparations

摘要

Confusion between the two forms of injectable amphotericin has led to a safety alert being issued to health care staff following two recent deaths.The National Patient Safety Agency has issued the alert warning of potentially lethal results if non-lipid formulations and lipid formulations of the drug are confused.It says that the NHS and independent health care sector in England and Wales should undertake an immediate risk assessment of amphotericin products and procedures,and ensure that all staff involved in prescribing,preparation,supply and administration of the drug are aware of the risks.