Australian Pharmacist

By providing non-judgemental and appropriate counselling on the use of naloxone, pharmacists can empower those who carry it to confidently intervene in the case of opioid toxicity.

After much media scrutiny, the federal Department of Health and Aged Care has announced a ban on compounded GLP-1RAs.

Naloxone has long been used by emergency responders in cases of known or suspected opioid overdose. It has been accessible over-the-counter (OTC) in an...

Routine childhood vaccinations can sometimes be associated with mild adverse effects. Understanding how non-pharmacological strategies and medicines are used to treat pain or fever episodes in this patient cohort is essential.

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

Over-the-counter medicines are frequently used to manage childhood ailments. How can pharmacists help ensure they are administered correctly?