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Zactin Tabs ‘shortage resolved’
TGA announces supply of Zactin Tabs “has returned to normal” Alphapharm notified the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) that the shortage of Zactin Tabs (fluoxetine 20mg dispersible tablets) “has resolved”. The …
World news wrapup: 11 July 2024
Puss banned from his favourite Boots; UK pharmacist warned over relationship with patient; “dial-a-doping” allegations made over pharmacy delivery UK: A community pharmacist has been issued a warning after it …
Events update
A look at some of the upcoming events on the pharmacy calendar The world comes together The 2024 World Congress of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences will take place from 1 …
Dialysis patients sometimes on ‘up to 20 tablets in one day’
Pharmacy interventions are crucial to supporting people with kidney disease, says senior renal pharmacist Hospital pharmacists are helping to improve the management of anaemia and blood pressure in people with …
Community pharmacists ‘underutilised’ in AMS
Community pharmacy has a bigger role to play in antimicrobial stewardship than commonly thought, say pharmacy experts, but funding and awareness is needed Community pharmacists can participate as much as …
‘It’s an exciting time for pharmacy’
Pharmacists need to embrace innovation and demonstrate the value they can provide their communities, a pharmacy owner says Young pharmacists are being urged to “drive the future direction of the …
Publisher cops TGA’s ire
Regulator issues infringement notices over an article that allegedly “promoted the use or supply of medicinal cannabis” Publisher, News Life Media Pty Ltd, is facing three infringement notices totalling $56,340 …
Icon Group plants flag in UK
Australian oncology specialist, Icon Group takes first steps in UK market with takeover of Pharmaxo Group Icon is aiming to help close gaps in access to cancer medications in the …
Time to get out of your comfort zone
Pharmacists who want to continue to practice in five to 10 years’ time need to upskill, a graduate of the Queensland scope of practice pilot training program says Pharmacists need …
Online posts reflect pharmacist role
Pharmacists dispensing medical abortion, contraceptives most concerned about costs, shortages and regulatory issues, online posts reveal Community pharmacists are more likely to reach out for information or support on health …
Combo therapy could boost quit rates
Could adding nicotine lozenges to varenicline treatment boost smoking cessation rates? A new study has shown promising results Nicotine lozenges may be safely used alongside varenicline to help smokers quit, …
Stand up and speak about bullying
Pharmacists urged not to endure workplace bullying and walk away from toxic workplaces Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) Victorian branch’s Early Career Pharmacist of the Year, Emilly Griffin, wants pharmacists …