Improving gout management one step at a time

Gout is a chronic arthritis associated with significant pain, joint damage and reduced quality of life. However, it can be effectively treated and its complications prevented with adherence to lifelong ULT using a treat-to-target approach.

Active ingredient prescribing arrives

With active ingredient prescribing coming into effect next month, Australian Pharmacist looks at how to prepare your practice and patients for the change.

Pantoprazole for candida infections

Promising findings give hope in the fight against azole-resistant Candida. The human microbiome comprises the microorganisms that live on and within the human body.

Harm minimisation strategies for party season

As we head into festival season, revellers from most states and territories could be placed in a potentially deadly situation.

Pharmacists’ role in dementia care

Dementia Australia recently called for shared responsibility between healthcare professionals and aged care organisations in the care of people living with dementia. But where...

What changes can pharmacists expect from the revised NMP?

The Minister for Health and Aged Care, the Hon Mark Butler released an updated National Medicines Policy just in time for Christmas.