The most recent
surveillance data from Public Health England (PHE) indicates that circulation
of influenza in the community has returned to baseline levels.
GPs and other
prescribers working in primary care should no longer prescribe antiviral
medicines, for the prophylaxis and treatment of influenza on an FP10
prescription form. Community pharmacists should no longer supply antiviral
medicines in primary care, on presentation of an FP10 prescription form.
Please
see the attached alert for further information.