Stepping down safely: deprescribing gabapentinoids in practice
Pregabalin is used beyond its approved indications. Safety concerns means the focus is shifting to individualised deprescribing strategies.
Oxybutynin for hot flashes when hormones can’t be used
Can oxybutynin be useful for some patients who are unsuited for hormonal pharmacotherapy?
Some people might describe hot flashes as an unannounced and brief...
Tips for becoming a GP pharmacist
A practical guide to upskilling, developing a role and finding the right general practice to match your experience.
Expect staggering pharmacy job losses, says new report
The 60-day dispensing policy is predicted to have enormous impacts on community pharmacy and vulnerable Australians.
Efficacy and safety of diclofenac for the management of pain
Pharmacists are well equipped to assist patients who request treatment for pain. This article discusses the role of the pharmacist in the appropriate supply of over-the-counter diclofenac for management of pain.
Pneumococcal vaccine now in Queensland immuniser pharmacist toolkit
Pharmacist immunisers in Queensland will be the first in Australia to provide the pneumococcal vaccination, and will also be able to administer a COVID-19 vaccine when the first becomes available, the state’s health minister said on Saturday.
