How do I reference the BNF online?
The style for referencing the online version of the BNF is as follows: Joint Formulary Committee. British National Formulary (online) London: BMJ Group and Pharmaceutical Press [Accessed on [date]]
How do I access BNF?
Access will be via the MedicinesComplete website. To continue your access, you must re-register. To re-register go to the bnf.org log-in page, and there you’ll see a set of explanatory bullet points to take you through the process.
How do I get a copy of my BNF?
If you are entitled to a shared copy of the BNF, please call (0)1268 495 609 or email: [email protected].
How do I get BNF on my phone?
The official NICE BNF app is available to download for free for users of Android and iPhone smartphones via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app, which can also run on the iPod touch, will transform the way people access the BNF – the most widely-used medicines information resource within the NHS.
How often are BNF sent to practitioners?
The first edition was published in 1949; an overhauled version of the formulary launched in 1981. Since then, a new book has been published every 6 months, with the cover colour changing for each edition.
What does BNF stand for?
British National Formulary
The British National Formulary (BNF) and British National Formulary for Children (BNFC) is available in digital and print formats for eligible health and social care professionals.
What is BNF in pharmacy?
The BNF is a joint publication of the British Medical Association and the Royal Pharmaceutical Society. The BNF aims to provide prescribers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals with sound up-to-date information about the use of medicines.
What can you do with old BNF?
Please donate old copies of the BNF! Old BNF copies can be donated to certain Commonwealth countries via the Pharmaid scheme of the Commonwealth Pharmacists Association. For more information on this scheme click here. If you would like to donate your copy email: [email protected].
Is BNF app free?
BNF app. Use the BNF app to get the latest prescribing information from the most widely-used medicines information resources within the NHS. This app is available to download for free on the App Store and on Google Play.
What is BNF?
The British National Formulary (BNF) and British National Formulary for Children (BNFC) is available in digital and print formats for eligible health and social care professionals.
Do doctors use BNF?
The BNF is predominantly used by doctors, pharmacists, nurses and other healthcare professionals, particularly those in prescribing roles.
What information can you find in the BNF?
The BNF aims to provide prescribers, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals with sound up-to-date information about the use of medicines. The BNF includes key information on the selection, prescribing, dispensing and administration of medicines.