Mid-year vaccine shake-up incoming

From 1 July 2025, pharmacists will see a range of adjustments to how they deliver and bill for vaccination.

TGA acts to address rising B6 overuse

From mid-2027, the availability of dozens and dozens of complementary medicines containing vitamin B6 will change. 

‘I don’t have a script. Can I have an emergency supply...

Emergency supply of medicines allows a pharmacist, in an emergency without a prescription, to initiate a small quantity supply (usually 3 days’ worth) of a Prescription OnlyMedicine (S4) for a patient when it’s not possible to contact the prescriber.

The Budget changes that impact pharmacists

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down the 2023-24 Federal Budget, confirming that 60-day dispensing is coming.

2,4-Dinitrophenol – effective but dangerous fat burner

The manufactured chemical 2,4-Dinitrophenol has been used in herbicides, dyes, explosives and as a photographic developer. Also, highly effective in weight loss, its toxic...

4 common escript traps to avoid

Pharmacists need an airtight escript workflow process to ensure they are safely dispense medicines to patients.