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Therapeutic Guidelines, Australian Medicines Handbook and APF

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While modelled on the concept of the British National Formulary , the AMH is entirely Australian and reflects contemporary Australian clinical practice. Beyond these official sources, various healthcare societies and associations also contribute by publishing practical guides relevant to their specific disciplines.

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Pharmacists Can Educate Patients About Sun Safety

Pharmacy Times

When it comes to patient counseling about sun care, it is not only [important] to inform them about medications that increase risk of burn or sun sensitivity, but also to help them with selecting the appropriate sunscreen for their skin and how to apply it,” Le said.

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Medication Counselling

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One of the fundamental components will be patient education and counselling. In United States, concerns regarding improper medication use led to mandates requiring pharmacists to provide patient counselling and education (e.g. Plan follow-up with the patient, as necessary (if inpatient setting).

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Pharmacists Can Simplify the Vaccine Schedule

Pharmacy Times

Importantly, Novavax received FDA approval in May 2025 with restrictions: It is approved for individuals 65 years and older and patients aged 12 to 64 years with at least 1 health condition that puts them at risk for severe COVID-19.

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Semaglutide and Tirzepatide Lead the Way in Comprehensive Diabetes and Obesity Management

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists are pivotal in patient counseling, therapy selection, and navigating insurance challenges, ensuring comprehensive diabetes management. Tirzepatide outperforms semaglutide in weight loss and HbA1c reduction, but lacks direct cardiovascular risk data, influencing treatment choice.

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Community Pharmacy Books

RX Note

For 2023/2024 edition, it covers a total of 71 common health topics. Symptoms in the Pharmacy, 2023 Symptoms in the Pharmacy, 2023 is a very well written reference for community pharmacy practice. It is updated annually. The structure of each health condition is as below. What you need to know?

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Prescribing Red Flags and Suspicious Controlled Substance Orders: Current Cautionary Tales

FDA Law Blog: Biosimilars

11, 2023 ( DOJ Press Release ). 6, 2023 ( DOJ Press Release ). District Court for the Western District of Texas imposed a $275,000 civil penalty on Zarzamora Healthcare LLC, in San Antonio, and its pharmacist-owner. Several weeks later, also based on ability to pay, the U.S.