Pharmacy gets new patron
Monarch marks coronation anniversary by becoming patron of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS) Buckingham Palace has confirmed that King Charles III has become the third successive British monarch to be …
Footy team removes cannabis branding
The Dolphins National Rugby League club has worked with the TGA, agreeing to remove Alternaleaf branding from its jerseys and on signages displayed at stadiums during its games This followed …
SA community pharmacy OCP resupply service
From 6 May 2024, pharmacists in South Australia can provide women who meet certain criteria with a resupply of the oral contraceptive pill (OCP) without a doctor’s prescription It is …
Nurse fined following botox bust
Victorian nurse handed infringement notices totalling more than $7,500 over the alleged importation of unapproved prescription-only products The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued two fines to a Victoria-based nurse …
Mixed views on stagnant pharmacy pay
Suggestions that the feminisation of the pharmacy workforce is contributing to the stagnation of wages is up for debate Readers of the AJP have shared mixed responses to a South …
Leading the way
PSA announces package to support credentialed pharmacists The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has announced a comprehensive membership package to support credentialed pharmacists through the transition to new credentials, and …
Dark Horse warning from TGA
Australians urged not to access medicines from “unknown overseas websites” after sildenafil found in imported product Consumers are being advised to take any remaining capsules of an imported medication called …
Let professional friendships blossom
Health professionals need to put “personal squabbles and disputes” over scope of practice to one side for the betterment of public health It’s May 1934 and the Australasian Journal of …
Notice on newsletter dates
The next full edition of the AJP Select Hospital + Consultant Pharmacy will be sent to you on Tuesday 7th to allow for coverage of CPC24 news We wanted to …
Vyvanse shortage ‘resolved’
TGA declares supply issues impacting ADHD medication Vyvanse to be “resolved” Takeda Pharmaceuticals Australia is reporting that supply shortages are no longer impacting its Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine dimesilate) capsules. Shortages had impacted …
Pharmacist who ‘could barely stand’ while working drunk appeals decision
A pharmacist with a history of drink driving, practising while under the influence and forging hospital documents has appealed the cancellation of his registration The Supreme Court of NSW has …
Lockdown closures led to PBS cancellation
A pharmacy owner has taken her appeal against a decision to cancel her PBS approval to the Federal Court – and been knocked back She had closed her pharmacy, located …