codeine
Codeine to go script-only?
The TGA is seeking comments on several proposed amendments to the Poisons Standard, including that the Schedule 3 entry for codeine be deleted. It is proposed that the current Schedule …
PSA calls for real-time codeine reporting
The PSA has released a position paper recognising the growing use of OTC analgesics containing codeine in the community, and expressing concern with the rising levels of harm associated with …
PSA resource on OTC codeine overuse
The PSA has produced a leaflet as one of its resources developed in response to increasing reports about the damaging effects of overuse of readily available pain relievers containing codeine. …
Pharmacists worried by OTC codeine
Many pharmacists have real concerns about OTC codeine-based analgesics and are open to alternate options, a new survey reveals. The survey conducted for AFT Pharmaceuticals, makers of Maxigesic (which does …