TGA updates vape standards
Regulator strengthens standards for nicotine vaping products and devices Updated product standards for therapeutic vaping products are being introduced as part of the broader reforms relating to nicotine vapes. The …
‘Milestones’ achieved: increased pharmacist reviews, RTPM
Pharmacist-led programs and reviews are increasing in line with significant reductions in medication-related harms, report finds Substantial improvements have been made towards reducing medication errors and adverse drug events in …
Pharmacists warned to be on lookout for fake ‘Ozempic’ pens
The counterfeit pens appear to be relabelled insulin pens, with one life-threatening adverse event already reported in Australia The TGA has issued a safety alert over counterfeit Ozempic-labelled pens entering …
Sigma makes offer to get CWH merger approved
ACCC pushes back announcing a decision on Sigma Healthcare’s proposed merger with Chemist Warehouse by a fortnight for further consultation Amcal and Discount Drug Store franchisees will be allowed to …
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Risk of dementia after initiation of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors versus dipeptidyl peptidase-4 inhibitors in adults aged 40-69 years with type 2 diabetes This …
Dealing with aggression in pharmacy
By helping to understand the nature of a person’s behaviour, this article, together with the accompanying CLASHED Action Plan, aims to provide measures to help pharmacists manage and mitigate aggressive …
The A to Z of ED
Pharmacists play a critical role in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. With appropriate counselling, a pharmacist can shape the outcome for patients. By Tim Stewart, a clinical men’s health pharmacist …
Communication breakdowns and medication adherence
Breakdowns in communication can adversely affect a patient’s medication adherence. Fostering an open and continuous dialogue between patient and pharmacist will lead to improved medication adherence and better health outcomes. …
Adjustment disorder
Stressful events are inevitable, but the reaction to these events may sometimes be deemed inappropriate due to the negative impact on daily living. This negative reaction is known as adjustment …
Gene therapy: an introduction to precision medicine
As gene therapy advances, so too does the critical role of the pharmacist in the provision of this therapy. By Kerry Watts FANZCAP (Compound., Research), Senior Project and Policy Officer, …
A second term for Twomey
Trent Twomey has been re-elected as national president of the Pharmacy Guild of Australia, and says more needs to be done to prepare for the future Professor Twomey said he …
Vapes not a first-line smoking cessation tool
Updated guidelines for pharmacists providing smoking cessation support released ahead of implementation of vaping reforms The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has released its updated guidelines for pharmacists providing support …