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RESTAVIT TABLETS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges.ALLERSOOTHE TABLETS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. ROMOSOZUMAB FOR OSTEOPOROSIS Approved indication: osteoporosis Evenity (Amgen) syringe containing 105 mg/1.17 mL. Osteoporotic fractures increase morbidity and mortality so osteoporosis in patients with a high risk of fracturesshould be treated.
ELEUPHRAT - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges.SANDOMIGRAN TABLETS
1 Name of Medicine. Pizotifen malate. 6.7 Physicochemical Properties. Pizotifen is a cycloheptathiophene derivative structurally related to cyproheptadine and the tricyclic antidepressants. NOVASONE - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Mometasone furoate. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Mometasone furoate 0.1% (1 mg/g). For the full list of excipients, see Section 6.1 List of Excipients. RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. HYDROZOLE CREAM CREAM Name of the medicine. Hydrocortisone (microfine) 1% w/w, clotrimazole 1% w/w. Excipients. Cetomacrogol 1000, glycerol, cetostearyl alcohol, light liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin, propylene glycol, purified water, chlorocresol 0.2% as a preservative. NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. COVID-19 VACCINE ASTRAZENECA 1 Name of Medicine. ChAdOx1-S. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. One dose (0.5 mL) contains 5x10 10 viral particles (vp) of ChAdOx1-S a, b. a Recombinant, replication-deficient chimpanzee adenovirus vector encoding the SARS-CoV-2 Spike (S) glycoprotein (GP). b The vaccine is manufactured using material originally sourced from a human embryo (Human Embryonic Kidney cells: HEK293).RESTAVIT TABLETS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges.ALLERSOOTHE TABLETS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. ROMOSOZUMAB FOR OSTEOPOROSIS Approved indication: osteoporosis Evenity (Amgen) syringe containing 105 mg/1.17 mL. Osteoporotic fractures increase morbidity and mortality so osteoporosis in patients with a high risk of fracturesshould be treated.
ELEUPHRAT - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges.SANDOMIGRAN TABLETS
1 Name of Medicine. Pizotifen malate. 6.7 Physicochemical Properties. Pizotifen is a cycloheptathiophene derivative structurally related to cyproheptadine and the tricyclic antidepressants. NOVASONE - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Mometasone furoate. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Mometasone furoate 0.1% (1 mg/g). For the full list of excipients, see Section 6.1 List of Excipients. RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. HYDROZOLE CREAM CREAM Name of the medicine. Hydrocortisone (microfine) 1% w/w, clotrimazole 1% w/w. Excipients. Cetomacrogol 1000, glycerol, cetostearyl alcohol, light liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin, propylene glycol, purified water, chlorocresol 0.2% as a preservative. GALCANEZUMAB INJECTION (EMGALITY) FOR CHRONIC MIGRAINE On 1 June 2021, galcanezumab injection (Emgality) was listed on the PBS for chronic migraine. It is the first PBS-listed calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) inhibitor. The listing defined chronic migraine as an average of 15 or more headaches per month, with atleast 8
VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. CHOOSING AN ANTIDEPRESSANT Major depression is best conceptualised using a biopsychosocial and lifestyle model. 1 All those factors need to be considered when formulating a management plan. Lifestyle factors (such as alcohol or substance misuse, lack of exercise or poor sleep habits) that may be contributing to the onset and maintenance of the depressive episode need to be dealt with concurrently (see Table 1). EPISODE 29: NICOTINE SCHEDULING CHANGES 23 hours ago · In this second special edition of the NPS MedicineWise podcast about upcoming scheduling changes to nicotine vaping products, medical adviser and GP Dr Jill Thistlethwaite talks with Adjunct Professor John Skerritt from the Health Products Regulation Group (HPRG), including the Therapeutic GoodsALLERSOOTHE TABLETS
During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. TRIKAFTA - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Elexacaftor, tezacaftor and ivacaftor in combination, and Ivacaftor. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Morning dose. Each film-coated tablet contains 100 mg of elexacaftor, 50 mg of tezacaftor and 75 mg of ivacaftor as a fixed-dose combination tablet.MAXOR EC TABS
1 Name of Medicine. Omeprazole. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. The active ingredient in Maxor EC Tabs 20 mg enteric-coated tablets is omeprazole. HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE Almost all adults in Australia have been infected with the varicella zoster virus and are therefore at risk of developing herpes zoster. 9,10 Pain accompanies herpes zoster in about 80% of patients aged over 50 years, and varies from burning to lancinating pain, sometimes with paraesthesia, anaesthesia or allodynia. 3 Antiviral therapy (valaciclovir or famciclovir) given within 72 hours of PRESCRIBING FOR A PATIENT WITH REDUCED INTESTINAL LENGTH Surgical interventions involving the gut may result in either a temporary or, in some cases, permanent stoma. If a significant lengthof small intestine
NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. COVID-19 VACCINE ASTRAZENECA COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca contains the active ingredient ChAdOx1-S. This vaccine is used to protect people aged 18 years and older against COVID-19. COVID-19 is caused by a virus called coronavirus (SARSCoV-2). COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca stimulates the body’s natural defences (immune system). ROMOSOZUMAB FOR OSTEOPOROSIS Romosozumab is a monoclonal antibody that binds to sclerostin and inhibits its action. The drug has to be given by monthly subcutaneous injections. A practical consideration for patients is that the available formulation contains half the recommended monthly dose (210 mg). This means that two injections will be required.RESTAVIT TABLETS
Restavit helps most people with sleeplessness, but it may have unwanted side effects in a few people. All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, most of the time they are not. If you are over 65 years of age you may have an increased chance of getting side effects. These are the more common side effects ofRestavit.
NOVASONE - NPS MEDICINEWISE The name of your medicine is NOVASONE. It contains the active ingredient called mometasone furoate. It is a type of cortisone and belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. NOVASONE is classified as a high potency topical corticosteroid. There are threeforms of
SANDOMIGRAN TABLETS
Mechanism of action. Sandomigran (pizotifen) is a competitive serotonin antagonist. It also possesses antihistamine, antibradykinin and weak anticholinergic properties. It is suitable for the prophylactic treatment of migraine, reducing the frequency of attacks, but is without effect in the migraine attack.ALLERSOOTHE TABLETS
Allersoothe is an antihistamine used to treat a number of conditions: allergies - allergic contact dermatitis, hives, hayfever, bites and stings. respiratory symptoms due to allergies - runny nose. nausea and vomiting – motion sickness. HYDROZOLE CREAM CREAM Hydrozole Cream is used on the skin to relieve the redness, swelling, itching and discomfort of many skin problems such as: Nappy Rash. Candidal infections (a yeast-like micro-organism) where there is also inflammation on the skin. Fungal-infected dermatitis. Tinea infections such as jock itch and athlete's foot. ELEUPHRAT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Eleuphrat lotion is indicated wherever hair impedes access to the skin in the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses particularly on the scalp, chest and underarms, etc. It is also indicated in the treatment of seborrhoea and psoriasis of the scalp. 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration. RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. COVID-19 VACCINE ASTRAZENECA COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca contains the active ingredient ChAdOx1-S. This vaccine is used to protect people aged 18 years and older against COVID-19. COVID-19 is caused by a virus called coronavirus (SARSCoV-2). COVID-19 Vaccine AstraZeneca stimulates the body’s natural defences (immune system). ROMOSOZUMAB FOR OSTEOPOROSIS Romosozumab is a monoclonal antibody that binds to sclerostin and inhibits its action. The drug has to be given by monthly subcutaneous injections. A practical consideration for patients is that the available formulation contains half the recommended monthly dose (210 mg). This means that two injections will be required.RESTAVIT TABLETS
Restavit helps most people with sleeplessness, but it may have unwanted side effects in a few people. All medicines can have side effects. Sometimes they are serious, most of the time they are not. If you are over 65 years of age you may have an increased chance of getting side effects. These are the more common side effects ofRestavit.
NOVASONE - NPS MEDICINEWISE The name of your medicine is NOVASONE. It contains the active ingredient called mometasone furoate. It is a type of cortisone and belongs to the group of medicines called corticosteroids. NOVASONE is classified as a high potency topical corticosteroid. There are threeforms of
SANDOMIGRAN TABLETS
Mechanism of action. Sandomigran (pizotifen) is a competitive serotonin antagonist. It also possesses antihistamine, antibradykinin and weak anticholinergic properties. It is suitable for the prophylactic treatment of migraine, reducing the frequency of attacks, but is without effect in the migraine attack.ALLERSOOTHE TABLETS
Allersoothe is an antihistamine used to treat a number of conditions: allergies - allergic contact dermatitis, hives, hayfever, bites and stings. respiratory symptoms due to allergies - runny nose. nausea and vomiting – motion sickness. HYDROZOLE CREAM CREAM Hydrozole Cream is used on the skin to relieve the redness, swelling, itching and discomfort of many skin problems such as: Nappy Rash. Candidal infections (a yeast-like micro-organism) where there is also inflammation on the skin. Fungal-infected dermatitis. Tinea infections such as jock itch and athlete's foot. ELEUPHRAT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Eleuphrat lotion is indicated wherever hair impedes access to the skin in the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses particularly on the scalp, chest and underarms, etc. It is also indicated in the treatment of seborrhoea and psoriasis of the scalp. 4.2 Dose and Method of Administration. RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GALCANEZUMAB INJECTION (EMGALITY) FOR CHRONIC MIGRAINE On 1 June 2021, galcanezumab injection (Emgality) was listed on the PBS for chronic migraine. It is the first PBS-listed calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) inhibitor. The listing defined chronic migraine as an average of 15 or more headaches per month, with atleast 8
CHOOSING AN ANTIDEPRESSANT Major depression is best conceptualised using a biopsychosocial and lifestyle model. 1 All those factors need to be considered when formulating a management plan. Lifestyle factors (such as alcohol or substance misuse, lack of exercise or poor sleep habits) that may be contributing to the onset and maintenance of the depressive episode need to be dealt with concurrently (see Table 1). VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. EPISODE 29: NICOTINE SCHEDULING CHANGES 16 hours ago · In this second special edition of the NPS MedicineWise podcast about upcoming scheduling changes to nicotine vaping products, medical adviser and GP Dr Jill Thistlethwaite talks with Adjunct Professor John Skerritt from the Health Products Regulation Group (HPRG), including the Therapeutic Goods TRIKAFTA - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Elexacaftor, tezacaftor and ivacaftor in combination, and Ivacaftor. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Morning dose. Each film-coated tablet contains 100 mg of elexacaftor, 50 mg of tezacaftor and 75 mg of ivacaftor as a fixed-dose combination tablet. HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE A live, attenuated single-dose vaccine, that protects against both acute herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia, is available for free to all Australians aged 70 years, and in a catch-up program for those aged 71–79 years. The vaccine is contraindicated in people who are immunocompromised, but can be considered in those who are receiving FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE The most common local side effects of FluQuadri include: pain, tenderness, redness (erythema), swelling, bruising (ecchymosis) and hardness (induration) at the injection site. Systemic side effects include: feeling unwell (malaise) muscle aches (myalgia) headache.shivering.
TREATMENT OF IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME Manipulating diet, with the assistance of a dietitian, is an appropriate initial treatment for irritable bowel syndrome. A low-FODMAP diet is an effective therapy. Low-dose antidepressants improve symptoms but can be accompanied by adverse effects. Antispasmodic drugs have a limited role.MAXOR EC TABS
1 Name of Medicine. Omeprazole. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. The active ingredient in Maxor EC Tabs 20 mg enteric-coated tablets is omeprazole. PRESCRIBING FOR A PATIENT WITH REDUCED INTESTINAL LENGTH If a significant length of small intestine has been resected, there may be impaired drug absorption. Many factors, including the underlying disease, influence drug absorption after bowel resection. The drug dose or formulation may need to be modified to improve bioavailability. Pharmacists can advise on formulations. NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NPS MEDICINEWISE LEARNING NPS MedicineWise Learning provides health professionals and students with a range of learning activities and resources. All our courses are available free of charge. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of people who have died. NEW SURVEY RESULTS SHINE A LIGHT ON HEALTH LITERACY IN New survey findings show a significant number of consumers need to be supported to feel more in control of their health care. The report, commissioned from the Consumers Health Forum (CHF) by NPS MedicineWise, defines and measures health literacy in Australia.It also identifies gaps which are preventing people from accessing the best possible health care. AUSTRALIAN PRESCRIBER Australian Prescriber is an independent peer-reviewed journal providing critical commentary on drugs and therapeutics for health professionals. Risky business? Pharmaceutical industry sponsorship of health consumer groups. Editorial. Lisa A Bero, Lisa Parker. VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. FLOSIX - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE The most common local side effects of FluQuadri include: pain, tenderness, redness (erythema), swelling, bruising (ecchymosis) and hardness (induration) at the injection site. Systemic side effects include: feeling unwell (malaise) muscle aches (myalgia) headache.shivering.
MAXOR EC TABS
1 Name of Medicine. Omeprazole. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. The active ingredient in Maxor EC Tabs 20 mg enteric-coated tablets is omeprazole. HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE A live, attenuated single-dose vaccine, that protects against both acute herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia, is available for free to all Australians aged 70 years, and in a catch-up program for those aged 71–79 years. The vaccine is contraindicated in people who are immunocompromised, but can be considered in those who are receivingDESFLURANE SANDOZ
1 Name of Medicine. Desflurane. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Desflurane Sandoz contains 1 mL/mL desflurane. There are no excipients present in this product.MEDICINEWISE NEWS
MEDICINEWISE NEWS May 2021 1 MEDICINEWISE May 2021 NEWS Up-titrating heart failure medicines – a practical guide Key points: • People with HFrEF should be prescribed a combination of an ACE inhibitor (or ARB if not tolerated), a heart failure beta blocker and an MRA, up-titrated to target or maximum tolerated doses, to help NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NEW SURVEY RESULTS SHINE A LIGHT ON HEALTH LITERACY IN New survey findings show a significant number of consumers need to be supported to feel more in control of their health care. The report, commissioned from the Consumers Health Forum (CHF) by NPS MedicineWise, defines and measures health literacy in Australia.It also identifies gaps which are preventing people from accessing the best possible health care. NPS MEDICINEWISE LEARNING NPS MedicineWise Learning provides health professionals and students with a range of learning activities and resources. All our courses are available free of charge. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of people who have died. AUSTRALIAN PRESCRIBER Australian Prescriber is an independent peer-reviewed journal providing critical commentary on drugs and therapeutics for health professionals. Risky business? Pharmaceutical industry sponsorship of health consumer groups. Editorial. Lisa A Bero, Lisa Parker. VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. FLOSIX - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE The most common local side effects of FluQuadri include: pain, tenderness, redness (erythema), swelling, bruising (ecchymosis) and hardness (induration) at the injection site. Systemic side effects include: feeling unwell (malaise) muscle aches (myalgia) headache.shivering.
HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE A live, attenuated single-dose vaccine, that protects against both acute herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia, is available for free to all Australians aged 70 years, and in a catch-up program for those aged 71–79 years. The vaccine is contraindicated in people who are immunocompromised, but can be considered in those who are receivingDESFLURANE SANDOZ
1 Name of Medicine. Desflurane. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Desflurane Sandoz contains 1 mL/mL desflurane. There are no excipients present in this product.MEDICINEWISE NEWS
MEDICINEWISE NEWS May 2021 1 MEDICINEWISE May 2021 NEWS Up-titrating heart failure medicines – a practical guide Key points: • People with HFrEF should be prescribed a combination of an ACE inhibitor (or ARB if not tolerated), a heart failure beta blocker and an MRA, up-titrated to target or maximum tolerated doses, to helpMAXOR EC TABS
Maxor EC Tabs Published by MIMS May 2021 2 10 mg a day. This dose may be increased to 20 mg if required. For children more than 20 kg the dose is 20 mg a day which may be NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NEW SURVEY RESULTS SHINE A LIGHT ON HEALTH LITERACY IN 1 day ago · New survey findings show a significant number of consumers need to be supported to feel more in control of their health care. The report, commissioned from the Consumers Health Forum (CHF) by NPS MedicineWise, defines and measures health literacy in Australia.It also identifies gaps which are preventing people from accessing the best possible health care. NPS MEDICINEWISE LEARNING NPS MedicineWise Learning provides health professionals and students with a range of learning activities and resources. All our courses are available free of charge. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of people who have died. AUSTRALIAN PRESCRIBER Australian Prescriber is an independent peer-reviewed journal providing critical commentary on drugs and therapeutics for health professionals. Risky business? Pharmaceutical industry sponsorship of health consumer groups. Editorial. Lisa A Bero, Lisa Parker. VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. FLOSIX - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE The most common local side effects of FluQuadri include: pain, tenderness, redness (erythema), swelling, bruising (ecchymosis) and hardness (induration) at the injection site. Systemic side effects include: feeling unwell (malaise) muscle aches (myalgia) headache.shivering.
HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE A live, attenuated single-dose vaccine, that protects against both acute herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia, is available for free to all Australians aged 70 years, and in a catch-up program for those aged 71–79 years. The vaccine is contraindicated in people who are immunocompromised, but can be considered in those who are receivingDESFLURANE SANDOZ
1 Name of Medicine. Desflurane. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Desflurane Sandoz contains 1 mL/mL desflurane. There are no excipients present in this product.MEDICINEWISE NEWS
MEDICINEWISE NEWS May 2021 1 MEDICINEWISE May 2021 NEWS Up-titrating heart failure medicines – a practical guide Key points: • People with HFrEF should be prescribed a combination of an ACE inhibitor (or ARB if not tolerated), a heart failure beta blocker and an MRA, up-titrated to target or maximum tolerated doses, to helpMAXOR EC TABS
Maxor EC Tabs Published by MIMS May 2021 2 10 mg a day. This dose may be increased to 20 mg if required. For children more than 20 kg the dose is 20 mg a day which may be NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NPS MEDICINEWISECOVID-19OUR SERVICESMEDICINAL CANNABIS, EXPLAINEDLOGIN NPS MedicineWise is an independent, not-for-profit, evidence-based and consumer-centred organisation, working to improve the way health technologies, medicines and medical tests are prescribed and used. MY ACCOUNT - NPS MEDICINEWISENPS MY ACCOUNT PORTAL During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. PANAFCORT - NPS MEDICINEWISE Muscle weakness, hypotension, hypoglycaemia, headache, nausea, vomiting, restlessness and muscle and joint pain. Muscle weakness and stiff joints may persist for three to six months after discontinuation of treatment. 4.9 Overdose. Treatment is symptomatic with the ANTIPSYCHOTIC SWITCHING TOOL Talk to a professional. Medicines Line (1300 MEDICINE) (1300 633 424) Information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines. Adverse Medicine Events Line (1300 134 237) Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines. MedicineWise App. TREATMENT OF COMMON LOWER RESPIRATORY TRACT INFECTIONSSEE MORE ONNPS.ORG.AU
CIRCADIN TABLETS
The active substance of CIRCADIN, melatonin (not of plant or animal origin), belongs to a group of naturally occurring hormones produced in the body. Melatonin works by controlling the circadian rhythms and increasing the propensity to sleep. Your doctor, however, may prescribe CIRCADIN forAUSFAM 40 TABLETS
AUSFAM belongs to a group of medicines called histamine H2-antagonists. These medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach. This helps reduce the pain and also allows the ulcer and/or reflux disease to heal in most people. Your doctor RIKODEINE ORAL LIQUID This medicine is used to give temporary relief of an unproductive and dry cough, which will not go away. It belongs to a group of medicines called cough suppressants. Rikodeine has been recommended for your use only. Do not give it to anyone else even if you think their condition is the same as yours. GUIDELINES FOR SWITCHING BETWEEN SPECIFIC ANTIDEPRESSANTS Guidelines for switching between specific antidepressants TO → ↓ FROM citalopram escitalopram paroxetine sertraline (SSRIs) fluoxetine fluvoxamine vortioxetine agomelatine desvenlafaxineFLEURSTAT BVGEL
Fleurstat BVgel is a clear gel intended to be applied into the vagina for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (or BV) and relief of symptoms, including abnormal vaginal odour and discharge, helping to normalise vaginal pH and restore the normal vaginal flora balance. BV is an imbalance in the naturally occurring vaginal bacteria and is NEW SURVEY RESULTS SHINE A LIGHT ON HEALTH LITERACY IN 1 day ago · New survey findings show a significant number of consumers need to be supported to feel more in control of their health care. The report, commissioned from the Consumers Health Forum (CHF) by NPS MedicineWise, defines and measures health literacy in Australia.It also identifies gaps which are preventing people from accessing the best possible health care. NPS MEDICINEWISE LEARNING NPS MedicineWise Learning provides health professionals and students with a range of learning activities and resources. All our courses are available free of charge. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of people who have died. AUSTRALIAN PRESCRIBER Australian Prescriber is an independent peer-reviewed journal providing critical commentary on drugs and therapeutics for health professionals. Risky business? Pharmaceutical industry sponsorship of health consumer groups. Editorial. Lisa A Bero, Lisa Parker. VIRUPOS - NPS MEDICINEWISE 1 Name of Medicine. Aciclovir. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. White to pale yellow sterile ointment containing 3 per cent w/w aciclovir in a white soft paraffin base. FLOSIX - NPS MEDICINEWISE During the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to continue to take your usual medicines and stay as healthy as possible. Health professionals also need to stay up to date with the latest evidence as it emerges. FLUQUADRI - NPS MEDICINEWISE The most common local side effects of FluQuadri include: pain, tenderness, redness (erythema), swelling, bruising (ecchymosis) and hardness (induration) at the injection site. Systemic side effects include: feeling unwell (malaise) muscle aches (myalgia) headache.shivering.
HERPES ZOSTER VACCINATION IN AUSTRALIA: WHAT’S AVAILABLE A live, attenuated single-dose vaccine, that protects against both acute herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia, is available for free to all Australians aged 70 years, and in a catch-up program for those aged 71–79 years. The vaccine is contraindicated in people who are immunocompromised, but can be considered in those who are receivingDESFLURANE SANDOZ
1 Name of Medicine. Desflurane. 2 Qualitative and Quantitative Composition. Desflurane Sandoz contains 1 mL/mL desflurane. There are no excipients present in this product.MEDICINEWISE NEWS
MEDICINEWISE NEWS May 2021 1 MEDICINEWISE May 2021 NEWS Up-titrating heart failure medicines – a practical guide Key points: • People with HFrEF should be prescribed a combination of an ACE inhibitor (or ARB if not tolerated), a heart failure beta blocker and an MRA, up-titrated to target or maximum tolerated doses, to helpMAXOR EC TABS
Maxor EC Tabs Published by MIMS May 2021 2 10 mg a day. This dose may be increased to 20 mg if required. For children more than 20 kg the dose is 20 mg a day which may be Skip to main content -------------------------* About us
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