Psychotropic therapeutic guidelines What’s the latest management advice for anxiety, insomnia, dementia, suicide risk and personality disorders? Justin Coleman chats to GP Nick Carr, who is one of the authors of the 8th edition of the Psychotropic guidelines.
TGA rules out over-the-counter sales of oral contraceptives The RACGP has consistently opposed any efforts to down-schedule the pill, citing patient safety.
What to consider when prescribing medicinal cannabis Any Australian-registered doctor can apply to the TGA to prescribe unapproved medicinal cannabis, if they feel it is appropriate for their patient.
TGA to provide further clarity on vaccine advertising guidelines The move comes after a request from RACGP President Dr Karen Price.
TGA interim decision tightens e-cigarette regulations The final outcome of the decision will ascertain whether nicotine-containing products are supplied with a doctor’s prescription.
Hidden dangers lurk in many sports supplements Experts have warned of undeclared poisons in supplements, especially grey market products from overseas. Is tighter regulation the solution?
Asthma medication shortages reported as Victorians bunker down Stockpiling and wholesaler restrictions are leading to localised shortages, forcing patients to go hunting for the vital medications.
Cigarette substitute on hold The Therapeutic Goods Administration has announced an interim decision to ban the sale of heat-not-burn tobacco products in Australia.
GPs blindsided by major changes to opioid pack sizes Angst and confusion have marred the introduction of welcome changes to opioid prescribing, GPs say.
Shortage of diabetes medicine raises larger questions There are concerns over a TGA notice that allows pharmacists to substitute metformin XR 500 mg without consulting the prescriber.