CMs
CMs ‘a triumph of hype over science’
Credibility issues are raised when pharmacies sell low-evidence complementary medicines, according to an ABC Background Briefing report. And Taree pharmacist Ian Carr, who has spoken out numerous times about issues …
ASMI warns consumers against buying CMs from overseas
ASMI says consumers should only purchase complementary medicines approved for supply in Australia because they are highly regulated by the TGA. “Australia’s system of regulating complementary medicines is one of …
Ideas boom characterised by Australian complementary medicines: CMA
In its pre-Budget submission, Complementary Medicines Australia has highlighted the way it says Australian complementary medicines industry epitomises the goals of the National Innovation and Science Agenda and the Federal …
Clinical tips: CAMs and evidence
When it comes to recommending CAMs, pharmacists need to know which are supported by evidence, writes Ben Basger Which CAMs do you recommend in the treatment of some of your …
Moderation, not unproven IV treatments, the key: Harvey
Attempts to rid oneself of hangover and other fatigue symptoms by purchasing IV and other cures from pharmacy are not the answer to the problem, Dr Ken Harvey, Adjunct Associate …
Real and fake acupuncture on par in menopause symptoms
A new study has revealed traditional Chinese acupuncture treatments are no better than fake acupuncture for treating menopause symptoms – but both may produce a desired result. In a surprise …
Proactive vitamin D supplementation encouraged
With between 31% and 58% of Australians found to suffer from vitamin D deficiency, Carl Gibson, chief executive of Complementary Medicines Australia, has welcomed a new article published in MJA …
Blackmores in health focus at Australian Open
Blackmores is planning to welcome thousands of tennis fanatics to its official Blackmore Wellbeing Oasis at the Australian Open, signaling the beginning of a four year partnership with Tennis Australia …
TCM Sailuotong to be trialed in vascular dementia
Complementary Medicines Australia has welcomed the announcement by the National Institute of Complementary Medicine of a clinical trial for a Chinese herbal medicine, Sailuotong. Sailuotong has been shown, in pilot …
$2 saved in health costs per $1 spent on vitamin B supplement
A new health economics analysis has revealed that regular supplementation with Insolar, a vitamin B3 derivative produced by Blackmores, which can reduce the risk of new skin cancers significantly, potentially …
Stakeholders welcome regulatory framework report
The Australian Self Medication Industry and Complementary Medicines Australia have welcomed the Stage Two Expert Panel report on the regulatory framework for medicines and medical devices. “ASMI supports the majority …
Final Report of Review of Medicines and Medical Devices Regulation
The second, and final, report from the Independent Review of Medicines and Medical Devices Regulation has been released. It highlights the importance of cutting red tape for the rapidly expanding …