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Capivasertib on the PBS

Drugline Volume 533

Capivasertib has been added to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for the treatment of locally advanced or metastatic breast cancer. Eligibility requires the condition to be human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 (HER2) negative and…

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Product Recall for Tracrium® 25mg/2.5mL Ampoules

DrugAlert Volume 1028

HPS Pharmacies wish to give notice that Aspen, in consultation with the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), has issued a product recall for Tracrium® as follows: Tracrium® Ampoules   Atracurium besilate 25mg/2.5mL ARTG 11008 This…

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Medication-labelling-standards

From Compliance to Adherence to Concordance: The Evolution from Paternalistic Medicine to Patient Empowerment

Correct use of medicine is a crucial factor in effective patient self-care and hence positive outcomes in any chronic disease. Different concepts have evolved from the notion of correct use of medicine, such as…

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Guselkumab: Expanded Indications

Drugline Volume 532

Two new indications have been added to the product information of guselkumab. Guselkumab is now indicated for the treatment of ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, in addition to the original indications of plaque psoriasis…

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Dementia Action Week (15th – 21st September)

The recently published Dementia in Australia report highlights the growing burden of dementia in Australia. In 2023, dementia was the leading cause of death, responsible for around 9.5% of all deaths. While there are…

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Expanded PBS Listing for Dupilumab

Drugline Volume 531

The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) listing for dupilumab has been expanded to include the treatment of uncontrolled severe asthma in children from six years of age. The VOYAGE study evaluated the efficacy of dupilumab…

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November 2020

February 2020

Xerostomia (Feb. 27 2020)

Availability of Glucose Intravenous Infusion (Feb. 26 2020)

Availability of Ephedrine Hydrochloride (Feb. 26 2020)

Availability of OsmoLax® (Feb. 26 2020)

Availability of Famotidine (Feb. 26 2020)

Availability of BenPen™ (Feb. 21 2020)

Availability of Carbimazole (Feb. 21 2020)

Availability of Calcium Gluconate Gel (Feb. 21 2020)

Availability of Pindolol (Feb. 21 2020)

Availability of Bleomycin Vials (Feb. 21 2020)

Non-Steroidal Topical Therapy for Dermatitis (Feb. 20 2020)

Availability of Prazosin (Feb. 20 2020)

Availability of Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Feb. 20 2020)

Availability of Dantrolene (Feb. 20 2020)

Availability of Minipress® (Feb. 20 2020)

Availability of Verapamil Tablets (Feb. 19 2020)

Availability of Carafate® Tablets (Feb. 19 2020)

Availability of Pneumovax® 23 (Feb. 18 2020)

Availability of Span-K® Tablets (Feb. 17 2020)

Availability of Irinotecan (Feb. 17 2020)

Defect correction for Palexia® SR 100mg (Feb. 14 2020)

Availability of Haemorol™ (Feb. 14 2020)

Availability of Primacin® (Feb. 14 2020)

Availability of EpiPen® Jr. (Feb. 14 2020)

Monoclonal Antibodies for Migraine (Feb. 13 2020)

Availability of Amoxicillin & Clavulanic Acid Suspension (Feb. 12 2020)

Availability of Emollient Ointment Sterile (Feb. 11 2020)

Availability of Hydroxocobalamin Ampoules (Feb. 11 2020)

Availability of Fleet® Ready-to-Use Enema (Feb. 07 2020)

Availability of Gentamicin Ampoules (Feb. 07 2020)

Availability of Hand Sanitisers (Feb. 07 2020)

Availability of Ciprofloxacin IV (Feb. 07 2020)

Updated PBS-listing for Pembrolizumab in treatment of metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (Feb. 07 2020)

Availability of Zyban® SR Tablets (Feb. 06 2020)

Availability of DBL™ Rocuronium Bromide Vials (Feb. 05 2020)

Availability of Gastrogel Antacid® Oral Suspension (Feb. 05 2020)

Availability of Integrilin® (Feb. 05 2020)

Availability of Tamoxifen Tablets (Feb. 04 2020)

Availability of Ferro-Grad C® Tablets (Feb. 04 2020)

Availability of Minims® Phenylephrine Eye Drops (Feb. 04 2020)

Availability of Panadol® Suppositories (Feb. 04 2020)

Discontinuation of Zantac® Effervescent (Feb. 03 2020)

December 2018