NSAIDs
Celecoxib not riskier for heart than other NSAIDs
Celecoxib is no more likely to cause cardiovascular events than ibuprofen or naproxen, the PRECISION trial has found Before this trial, the cardiovascular safety of celecoxib as compared with nonselective …
Methotrexate myths and misconceptions
Providing accurate information to your patients about this antirheumatic drug will help them avoid potential nocebo effects In an article written for the Medical Journal of Australia, University of Sydney physicians …
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby presents the latest in research news Non-major bleeding with apixaban versus warfarin in patients with atrial fibrillation In ARISTOTLE study, non-major bleeding was common and substantially less frequent …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news related to pharmacy Management of Rhinosinusitis Rhinosinusitis is characterised by symptomatic inflammation of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses …
Safety alert: NSAIDs and miscarriage
A TGA review has found medicine labelling is inconsistent regarding the association between non-aspirin NSAIDs and miscarriage The safety review confirmed there is a known association between use of these …
NSAIDs may lead to increased risk of heart failure
Study results are of concern owing to widespread use of the drugs, say cardiology experts In a BMJ study based on almost 10 million NSAIDs users across four European countries …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby presents the latest research news relevant to pharmacy Efficacy, Tolerability, and Dose-Dependent Effects of Opioid Analgesics for Low Back Pain Opioid analgesics are commonly used for low back …
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 …
Ibuprofen safe to take with water alone: new advice
New advice from the Australian Medicines Handbook states that ibuprofen can be taken with water alone. While the update confirms what a growing number of healthcare professionals have suspected, says …
Non-aspirin NSAIDs only one of many heart risks
A renewed US Food and Drug Administration warning on non-aspirin NSAIDs and cardiovascular health is in line with current TGA recommendations – and community pharmacy can help educate consumers about …