TGA
The main problem with sunscreen
TGA has tested 31 commonly used sunscreens after concerns over the past summer that they weren’t providing enough protection It found the main issue did not lie with the ingredients, but …
‘Low risk’ product reform under question
Not everyone is happy with the options for regulatory reform being proposed by the TGA, with some calling for stricter rules The TGA is currently looking to reform the regulations …
Better medicine labels: get it right the first time
How will the new medicine-labelling requirements improve customer compliance and understanding? asks Michael De Bari Prescription dispensing has gone unchanged for decades in Australia. Now, the Australian Federal Government, through its …
New advice on safety of gel
Upgraded PI warning for hypersensitivity reactions, herpes and eye injury when using actinic keratosis gel The product information for Picato gel (ingenol mebutate) has been updated to warn against the …
Open slather
TGA recommends downscheduling products, while a new listing is added for an emergency contraceptive A couple of well-known medicines will be downscheduled following the latest meeting of the Advisory Committee …
Medicine labels and allergies
The TGA has issued a reminder about the transition to new medicine labels and listings for allergens While new labels have started to appear on medicines, manufacturers have been given …
Think before you ink
Tattoos may be commonplace but that does not mean they are not without risks… here are some tips to share with patients It seems like there are more people are getting …
In the name of harmony
Over 200 active ingredient names set to change as Australia moves to fall in line with international norms A wide range of active ingredient names are set to be updated …
Teething troubles
Homeopathic baby products recalled following labelling failure The TGA has announced a recall of all batches of Hyland’s Baby teething tablets and Hyland’s Baby nighttime teething tablets. The recall, announced …
Champix changes
The TGA has approved the use of Champix for up to 24 weeks – providing patients with a more gradual approach to quitting Its decision will allow smoker patients to …
Last chance to submit on downscheduling
ASMI has commended the TGA for opening up discussion about downscheduling medicines It also says downscheduling and/or permitting S3 advertising to consumers would help raise awareness of the role of …
Breast implants linked to cancer
Five new cases have been confirmed in Australia in the past four months, bringing the total to 51 – including three deaths The TGA has confirmed more cases of breast …