fertility
Fertility challenges in men
Males account for, or at least contribute to, around 50% of cases of infertility challenges. Pharmacists should therefore be familiar with the topic of fertility, as holistic healthcare and support …
Optimising ovulation
Lifestyle factors can play an important role in maintaining healthy ovulation and boosting natural fertility Women who are actively trying to start a family, planning for the future or even …
Talking about fertility
While pharmacists can assist with contraception management, they can also play a role in discussing the factors that can impact fertility According to the Department of Health, infertility is an …
Clinical tips: fertility
What is the pharmacist’s role in assistance with fertility? Bev Mistry-Cable takes an in-depth look Many couples may experience difficulty in falling pregnant, with one in six Australian couples struggling …
Asthma meds found to impact fertility
Short-acting asthma relievers have been linked to reduced fertility in women… but there’s good news for those who use long-acting preventers Women with asthma who use short-acting asthma relievers may …
Ibuprofen risk not a load of bollocks
Moderate use of the popular NSAID has been found to impact hormonal balance in healthy men, potentially leading to reduced libido, infertility, depressed mood and fatigue In the first in-depth …
5 things you need to know about conception
Dr Google has 3.4 million searches per month on “how to get pregnant” – so what can you do in the pharmacy to help couples to conceive? AJP spoke with …
Combined pill increases blood clot risk: review
Be aware but not “unduly alarmed” by increased risk of blood clots linked to combined hormonal contraceptives, says TGA For women using one of the combined hormonal contraceptives currently available …
Long-term Clomifene shortage
Pharmacists will need to order an alternative product, says TGA Pharmacies will need to organise a Clomid alternative due to a shortage of clomifene (clomiphene) 50mg tablets, the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) …