New guidelines allow complex compounding
Simple compounding has long been a part of pharmacists’ scope of practice, but new guidelines have opened up the potential for complex compounding.
For some patients,...
Wegovy approved to cut cardiovascular risk
The popular weight-loss drug Wegovy has been approved to treat cardiovascular disease in patients who are overweight or obese.
What pharmacists need to know about today’s 8CPA signing
All about the much-awaited signing of the Eighth Community Pharmacy Agreement, which took place in Canberra today (3 June 2024).
UTI treatment pilot program starts in Queensland pharmacies
Queensland women now have access to immediate advice and treatment, including supply of antibiotics when appropriate, for uncomplicated urinary tract infections through their participating community pharmacy.
COVID-19 medicines home delivery services
With stricter social distancing measures in place and more Australians, particularly the elderly, choosing to remain at home due to COVID-19, many community pharmacies have had increased demand for home delivery.
Nicotine inhalators discontinued: are vapes an alternative?
Although somewhat kept on the down low, nicotine inhalators have been discontinued. Are Pharmacist Only vapes the next best option?













