British National Formulary Bnf 86

The British National Formulary (BNF 87) is the first choice for concise medicines information. Practical and evidence based, British National Formulary (BNF 87) is the only drug formulary in the world that is both independent, and has rigorous, accredited content creation processes. An integral part of the UK's healthcare infrastructure and relied on by health professionals who prescribe, dispense, and administer medicines globally. Containing guidance on best practice in prescribing, as well as legal and ethical considerations, BNF supports safe and effective decision-making at the point of care.

The British National Formulary (BNF) provides up-to-date, practical guidance on prescribing, dispensing, and administering medicines. This essential reference reflects current best practice as well as legal and professional guidelines relating to the uses of medicines

This is a reference for prescribing and dispensing drugs. In addition to the hard core information there are notes on the different drug groups to help in the choice of appropriate treatment. The BNF is updated in March and September of each year and compiled with the advice of clinical experts under the authority of a joint formulary committee.

Aimed at health professionals involved with prescribing, monitoring, supplying, and administering medicines, this essential reference offers up-to-date, practical guidance. The BNF details medicines prescribed in the UK, with special reference to their uses, cautions, contra-indications, side-effects, doses and relative costs. It enables healthcare professionals to maximise the benefits of drug treatment and minimise the risks, while encouraging good compliance with treatment. Updated every six months, the BNF evaluates clinical evidence from diverse sources. The information is validated by a network of clinical experts and is published under the authority of a Joint Formulary Committee. The BNF reflects current best practice as well as legal and professional guidelines relating to the use of medicines. Promoting good prescribing for over 25 years Published jointly by BMJ Publishing Group Ltd and Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain.

The British National Formulary (BNF) is the first choice for concise medicines information. Trusted by healthcare professionals across the world to support confident decision-making at the point of care. The new edition (BNF 81) provides up-to-date guidance on prescribing, dispensing, and administering medicines, plus legal and professional guidelines.

A joint publication of the BMA and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain. Revised twice yearly. Supersedes all previous editions