Why are so many teens prescribed high-dose antidepressants?

Youth mental health needs are rising, but so too are questionable prescribing patterns of antidepressants.

Huge change to vaping laws to smash recreational use

Huge changes are coming to vaping laws. What is changing, and what changes will affect pharmacists?

New recommendations for patients with mild asthma

The latest version of the Australian Asthma Handbook includes a new treatment option for adults and adolescents with mild asthma.

Reusable Respimat for Spiriva and Spiolto

Australia’s only soft mist inhaler, Respimat, is now available as a reusable device and is included on the PBS for asthma or COPD patients.

New FIP report on pharmacy vaccinations around the world

Pharmacy-based vaccinations have grown by nearly 30% globally since 2016, according to a recent survey from the International Pharmaceutical Federation.

Pharmacists on dealing with medicine shortages

With medicine shortages continuing to be an issue for the foreseeable future, pharmacists share how they are managing patients’ conditions and expectations.