Preparing for the massive MS-2 Step change

All pharmacists can soon dispense MS-2 Step, following a landmark decision by the Therapeutic Goods Administration.

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?

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...

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...

TGA approves estradiol patch substitutions

The TGA has told pharmacists, prescribers and patients to expect a shortage of Estradot (estradiol) HRT transdermal products until July 2021.