BNF 10 MSK & Joint diseases

Formulary	Last Updated
Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases	August 2026

Prescribing Guidelines for BNF 10 MSK & Joint diseases

Prescribing Guideline	Last Updated	Review Date
Hydroxychloroquine Prescribing Guideline	March 2026	February 2029
Sativex - for severe spasticity in multiple sclerosis	August 2025	July 2028

Other Information

Relevant resources:

• Management of Osteoarthritis - NICE NG226 Visual summary
• NG219 Overview | Gout: diagnosis and management
• Visual summary - long-term management of gout with ULTs
• Visual summary - management of gout
• NG59 Overview - Low back pain and sciatica in over 16s