When iron reserves are running low

IV iron infusion used in iron deficiency anaemia treatment
Vivienne, a 78-year-old patient of yours, recently started an iron supplement for iron deficiency anaemia (IDA) diagnosed by her GP.

How pharmacists should address rising B6 overuse

Too many people are taking way too much Vitamin B6. A senior pharmacist explains the risks of high doses, and how the TGA is responding.

More PBS listings announced to support women’s health care

Several women’s health medicines will be on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme after new PBAC recommendations.

How pharmacists can address the risk of gabapentinoids

New boxed warnings for pregabalin and gabapentin give pharmacists the opportunity to discuss pain management with patients.

Closing the gap: Pharmacists in Aboriginal health

Pharmacists working in Aboriginal Health Services (AHS), with the support of recent Government reforms, are playing a key role in closing the gap and...

Are nebulisers about to be smashed into obscurity?

Pharmacists should brace for yet another medicine shortage. However, this one might actually be beneficial for patients.