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How should we deprescribe gabapentinoids, according to the Maudsley Deprescribing Guidelines[/caption]
Pharmacists have always prescribed, but they have the potential to prescribe much more
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PSA successfully lobbies for pharmacist recommendations
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The Pharmaceutical Society of Australia...
Improving medicines use in aged care
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Improved medicines use must be a target of mental health reform
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Still blooming…
Jocelyn Watson, a PSA life member, was awarded an Order of Australia medal in January for services to Launceston and contributions to her church, horticultural society and her industry.
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