In Depth
Ambulance call-outs for pregabalin have spiked – here’s why
by Shalini Arunogiri, Monash University; Dan Lubman, Monash University, and Rose Crossin, Monash University Pregabalin (sold under the brand name Lyrica) is prescribed as an anti-epileptic and a painkiller for …
Pharmacy’s sporting heroes: Part 2
A look at even more pharmacists who have excelled in sports, as well as the dispensary AJP recently published a feature looking at nine pharmacists who have gone on to achieve …
The human factor
There is growing concern over the level of antibiotics and other pharmaceuticals in the environment. Sheshtyn Paola investigates how this can lead to the spread of antimicrobial resistance In the …
Agenda Setters: Debbie Rigby
Voted by readers as the tenth leading Agenda Setter in pharmacy, Debbie Rigby is a pioneer of, and tireless advocate for, pharmacy’s enhanced clinical role Debbie Rigby needs no introduction …
Clinical tips: overindulgence
As the silly season begins, Louis Roller takes a look at navigating the pitfalls of overindulgence Overindulgence: to allow yourself to have too much of something enjoyable, especially food or drink: wish I hadn’t overindulged so much …
Riding the wave of change
Pharmacists’ frontline role and clinical expertise makes them ideally placed to dispense medicinal cannabis and become a key partner in the patient journey For decades cannabis, or marijuana as it’s …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look around at the latest in research news Patient-centered care interventions to reduce the inappropriate prescription and use of benzodiazepines and z-drugs A systematic review of …
The right value?
What are the lessons from the recent pharmacy valuation season? John Thornett explains Since 30 June 2018 valuation activity has certainly been very high. We have seen activity pick up …
Agenda Setters: Rhonda Clifford
Voted by readers of AJP as the ninth leading Agenda Setter in pharmacy, Rhonda Clifford is passionate about the profession’s future A highly-respected pharmacy academic, Rhonda says she is “committed …
Clinical tips: HIV/AIDS
Jarrod McMaugh takes a look at Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis, stigma and why new AIDS cases are rarer than in the past In Australia, an estimated 25,000 people are living with HIV, …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Patient-centered care interventions to reduce the inappropriate prescription and use of benzodiazepines and z-drugs A systematic review of 20 studies has …
Could Trump’s latest plan see meds prices jump in Australia?
Donald Trump’s plan to bring down the skyrocketing cost of prescription medication in the US has potential to see prices increase in other parts of the world, writes Matthew Bellgrove …