When to use Cautionary Advisory Labels
Cautionary Advisory Labels (CALs) are applied in addition to the dispensed label at the point of dispensing. The colour and design are intended to...
Pharmacists report fluctuating vaccine demand
Pharmacists on the frontline discuss a dip in AstraZeneca demand and the outcome of an erroneous announcement about the Pfizer vaccine.
Key changes coming for pharmacists in 2026
New year, new policy and practice changes. Here’s what pharmacists will need to navigate from January.
In 2026, pharmacists can expect some changes to education,...
The 6 situations when photo ID is required
Checking a patient's photo identification (ID) can be both a useful – and mandatory – practice.
Australian Pharmacist explores the instances where minimum practice and...
8CPA: what we know so far
Federal Minister for Health and Aged Care Mark Butler announced Eighth Community Pharmacy Agreement negotiations will begin early.
Pentobarbital: Dangerous, deadly and controversial
Pentobarbital has a bad reputation. Better known by its famous brand name, Nembutal, the barbiturate was linked to the death of film star Marilyn Monroe.
