The Y to Z’s of drug names

Ever wondered how ‘Zoloft’ got its zing? AP examines the world of pharmacological nomenclature to find out.

Bridging NIPVIP knowledge gaps

For those who were unable to make it to the PSA’s jam-packed NIPVIP webinar, here’s the most sought-after information from the expert hosts.

Pharmacist advice needed in the use of MR paracetamol

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has made an interim decision to upschedule modified release (MR) paracetamol tablets from 1 October 2019 due to safety...

How pharmacists can expedite diagnosis of child brain cancer

A paediatric oncologist explains how pharmacists can spot the early warning signs of childhood brain cancer and save lives.

How Luke Kelly FPS moved from pharmacy owner to broker

Community pharmacist. Business owner. Pharmacy broker. Mentor. Lecturer. These are all titles Luke Kelly FPS has held during his 40-year pharmacy career. 

Sulphanilamide: a tragic solution

One of the first anti-bacterial agents to be used in fields of battle, sulphanilamide was also a factor in the deaths of more than...