PBS changes for prescription opioids

Changes to regulations on opioid supply in Australia came into effect this week, with new Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme listings resulting in smaller quantities and restrictions around opioid prescribing for pain treatment.

Carisoprodol, powerfully effective but problematic

As regulatory bodies restrict or ban carisoprodol, the highly addictive but effective muscle relaxant still dominates the US prescription drug market. Carisoprodol, marketed in the...

What pharmacists need to know about oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has provisionally approved two oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19. Here’s what pharmacists need to know.

7 things pharmacists need to know about off-label baclofen use

With fresh concerns around off-label prescribing of baclofen, how can pharmacies ensure it is used safely and effectively?

More surprising updates to Continued Dispensing arrangements

The changes to ongoing Continued Dispensing arrangements after the expiry of the emergency measure came as a shock to many pharmacists.

Asthma cigarettes: The original puffer

In this new regular series, AP is delving into the medicine catalogues of pharmacists of days past, to unearth often surprising remedies, like selling...