CPD Activities
Botanicals in skin care products, safety and efficacy. What is the evidence?
People with cosmetic or skin care sensitive skin should not use botanical products just because they are natural. Each individual ingredient must be assessed before a product can be considered …
Nutrients and breastfeeding
Breastfeeding mothers may express concerns regarding their diet, and the impact it has on their capacity to continue breastfeeding, or their infant’s nutrition. Pharmacists can assist mothers by providing them …
Urticaria (hives)
The first step in managing a patient with urticaria is to try and classify the nature of the condition. This will determine which, if any, investigations are necessary. Antihistamines remain …
Chronic kidney disease
With increased awareness, pharmacists can help assist patients to slow the progression of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and prevent cardiovascular and other complications with early referral. By Dr Jenny Gowan …
Minimising the risk of exacerbations in moderate-to-severe COPD: the pharmacist’s role
Pharmacists can have an important role in supporting their patients manage their COPD medications, inhaler selection and technique, as well as non-pharmacological strategies to help improve quality of life. By …
Oral corticosteroid stewardship
While oral corticosteroids (OCS) are effective for reducing inflammation and for immunosuppression in several chronic conditions, frequent corticosteroid use is associated with substantial adverse effects. Pharmacists can play an important …
OMG it’s MGD! The basics of meibomian gland dysfunction and how you can help in the pharmacy
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a relatively common condition, especially among those with dry eye. This article describes the many medications or conditions seen in the pharmacy that may be …
Ankylosing spondylitis
To help support early diagnosis and management of ankylosing spondylitis (AS), it is important that health professionals are able to recognise the possibility of AS being present. The pharmacist is …
Cough, throat problems, hoarseness … could it be it reflux?
Not all patients with reflux symptoms present with heartburn and/or regurgitation. It is important for pharmacists to be able to identify the possibility of a person presenting with atypical reflux …
Don’t dismiss the importance of formulations in treating atopic eczema
Topical corticosteroids (TCS) have long been a part of atopic eczema management—but how often have you considered the formulation when recommending TCS options to your patients? Watch this webinar to …