Clinical Tips
dRx series: Deprescribing antihypertensives in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Dr Amy Page and Amanda Quek take a look at antihypertensive medicines and when to consider deprescribing Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve …
Sunscreen SPF controversy: what you need to know
Recent failures of popular sunscreens to meet their labelled Sun Protection Factor (SPF) claims have raised concerns about regulatory oversight and diminished consumer trust Australia faces one of the world’s …
dRx series: deprescribing nitrates in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Dr Amy Page and Amanda Quek focus on desprescribing nitrates Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve improved health outcomes through discontinuation of one …
dRx series: deprescribing digoxin & sotalol in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Dr Amy Page and Amanda Quek look into desprescribing digoxin and sotalol Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve improved health outcomes through discontinuation …
dRx series: deprescribing iron & vitamin B12 in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Dr Amy Page and Amanda Quek look into desprescribing iron and vitamin B12 Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve improved health outcomes through …
dRx series: Deprescribing antithrombotics in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Dr Amy Page and Amanda Quek look into desprescribing anticoagulants and antiplatelet medicines Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve improved health outcomes through …
dRx series: Deprescribing potassium in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Amanda Quek and Dr Amy Page look at how pharmacists can spot and address inappropriate use of potassium supplements Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended …
dRx series: deprescribing diabetes medicines in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Amanda Quek and Dr Amy Page take a deep dive into deprescribing medicines for the treatment of diabetes Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to …
dRx series: deprescribing macrogol in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Amanda Quek and Dr Amy Page look at when to consider deprescribing macrogol Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal intended to achieve improved health outcomes through …
dRx series: Deprescribing prochlorperazine in older people
Amanda Quek and Amy Page
Amanda Quek and Dr Amy Page examine issues around long-term use of prochlorperazine in older people… and thoughts about deprescribing Deprescribing is defined as a person-centred process of medication withdrawal …
Derm Clinic: antioxidant ingredients – skin care
Skin is fabulous because it has its own antioxidation system that counters oxidative stress resulting from metabolic processes and extrinsic factors such as UV exposure and pollution. But sometimes the …
Wound care: Preventing skin tears in older people
Skin is fabulous as its remarkable strength and elasticity protect us from developing chronic wounds from daily bumps and scrapes However, as we age, skin becomes more fragile and prone …