Massive dual announcement could shake up pharmacy

The 60-day dispensing initiative will go ahead, with a new role for community pharmacy in running the on-site aged care pharmacist program.

Stepping down safely: deprescribing gabapentinoids in practice

Pregabalin is used beyond its approved indications. Safety concerns means the focus is shifting to individualised deprescribing strategies.

Laudanum – a panacea for all human woes?

Laudanum’s use, and abuse, has set the tone for the use and abuse of opiates from the 17th century until the present day. From...

Pharmacists’ demand highest in rural and remote areas

Pharmacist salaries in rural and remote areas are on the rise as the demand for professionals in community and hospital roles increases.  According to the...

4 pharmacy changes coming into effect

Pharmacy changes will take place mid-winter, with a range of practice, fee and career pathway updates kicking off on 1 July 2024.

How do you do S3?

Pharmacy’s ‘go to’ reference – the APF – describes expected practice, not just best practice. Common ailments are no exception.