skin conditions
Beyond the blush: understanding and managing rosacea-prone skin in pharmacy
Rosacea is a common, chronic and often under-recognised inflammatory skin condition that carries a significant physical and psychosocial burden for patients. By Chrysa Giannellis, Consultant Pharmacist and Managing Director, Hummingbird …
Getting the better of topical corticosteroid phobia: what’s fact, what’s fiction?
Topical corticosteroid (TCS) phobia is an exaggerated or irrational fear of using TCS, often due to concerns about adverse effects. Pharmacists are well positioned to reassure patients about appropriate TCS use; …
Management of chronic spontaneous urticaria by pharmacists
Community pharmacists should be able to identify patients with symptoms of chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) and recommend non-sedating antihistamines when appropriate as first-line therapy. When symptoms are severe, persistent, or …
Pharmacy skin conditions trial extended
State government extends trial due to “lower-than-anticipated consumer uptake” Pharmacists participating in the dermatology component of the NSW community pharmacy trial will be able to continue to treat minor skin …
First- and second-generation antihistamines and their physicochemical properties
This article explores the pathophysiology of allergic rhinitis (AR) and urticaria, focusing on oral antihistamine treatment and their physicochemical properties. It compares first- and second-generation options, highlighting their lipophilicity blood–brain …
Understanding atopic dermatitis: the importance of clinically effective management strategies
This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of atopic dermatitis (AD) management, highlighting the importance of early intervention and continued preventative measures. By Caitlin Hardman BPharm, GradCertHPE, FANZCAP (Education …
Chronic spontaneous urticaria: an overview
Pharmacists may be the first contact point for patients experiencing symptoms of chronic spontaneous urticaria. This article aims to provide an overview of the condition and management options, with a …
Hyperpigmentation
Skin is fabulous because it produces its own sun protection, but hyperpigmentation can be distressing, leading to patients seeking answers Skin is fabulous because it helps to protect itself from …
Guild secures trial funding support
Pharmacies providing treatment for common skin conditions as part of the NSW scope of practice trial will be eligible for “one-off practice allowance” NSW Health will provide pharmacies participating in …
Skin treatments to become ‘more accessible’
Trained NSW pharmacists to treat four skin conditions in impending trial expansion, with increased remuneration for those providing consultations Participating pharmacists who undertake additional training will be able to supply …
Withdrawal a ‘very rare’ reaction, argues college
Topical corticosteroids are safe and effective, urge leading dermatology and eczema organisations in response to recent media reports about topical steroid withdrawal ABC News Breakfast reported on topical steroid withdrawal …