Information Links
Mims
Main Navigation
Drugs
Conditions
News and resources 
MIMS Neurology Clinic
Latest news and quick-reference resources collated by the MIMS editors to support primary care prescribing for neurological conditions including epilepsy, migraine and Parkinson's disease.
Latest news
Novel MS drug gains NICE approval
New NICE guidance recommends ocrelizumab (Ocrevus)...
Licensed melatonin treatment now available for children with autism
GPs can now prescribe melatonin as a licensed prolonged-release...
Antidepressants, a Guide to Switching and Withdrawing
Instructions for changing or stopping antidepressants.
Side-effect warning for pregabalin in neuropathic pain
Prescribing pregabalin for neuropathic pain significantly...
Benzodiazepines and Z drugs linked to risk of Alzheimer's disease
Use of benzodiazepines and related drugs is associated...
Prescribing Notes
Guide to treatment options for selected neurological conditions:
Epilepsy (including barbiturates, GABA analogues/uptake inhibitors and sodium valproate)
ADHD, narcolepsy (including CNS stimulants and atomoxetine)
Parkinson's disease (including levodopa, dopamine receptor agonists and COMT inhibitors)
Migraine (including triptans and prophylactic treatments)
From our sister sites
Articles from 
Calculators
Cardiovascular risk (JBS3)
Enter details of patient's risk factors to calculate the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Physical activity (GPPAQ)
Enter patient’s questionnaire responses to assess physical activity levels.
External resources
Useful websites and online tools to support prescribing for neurological conditions.