pain
Re-evaluating over-the-counter options for acute pain management
Misuse of analgesics has become a major concern in recent years, leading to the upscheduling of codeine in 2018, modified-release paracetamol in 2020, and now further potential changes to paracetamol …
Medicinal cannabis: the role of pharmacists in supporting its rational and safe use by patients
For pharmacists to best support the safe and rational use of medicinal cannabis products, they must be equipped with the relevant knowledge not only about the clinical role of medicinal …
Conversations on neuropathic pain
Neuropathic pain is a common component of a wide range of chronic pain states that can have profound negatives impacts on physical, psychological and social activities. By Debbie Rigby, advanced …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Long-term and serious harms of medical cannabis and cannabinoids for chronic pain A systematic review and meta-analysis of 39 …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Cannabis-Based Products for Chronic Pain A systematic review of 18 RCTs and 7 cohort studies has concluded that oral …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Statin associated lower cancer risk and related mortality in patients with heart failure Patients with heart failure (HF) have …
APP2021: Annalee Combis talks about the latest trends in the VMS category
Over the past year, Australians are increasingly seeking for more holistic solutions for their wellness needs. In this interview, Annalee Combis, Marketing Lead – Wellness at GSK Consumer Healthcare talks to Miranda Deakin on the latest buyer trends in the VMS …
APP2021: James Meins talks about the growth opportunity in the pain category
The 2021 Panadol Care Study found Australians are feeling more physical pain than before, particularly among the younger generations. James Meins, Senior Marketing Manager at GSK Consumer Healthcare joined Miranda Deakin on stage at …
Endo ignorance
Despite a ministerial apology, and subsequent National Action Plan, women with endometriosis continue to experience delayed diagnosis, ongoing pain and indifference Endometriosis is a debilitating, chronic condition that affects 200 …
Research Roundup
Debbie Rigby takes a look at the latest in research news Cannabidiol as a Treatment for Chronic Pain In a US-based survey of 253 adults, most participants expressed a positive …
Pain management and opioid misuse
Despite regulatory changes to codeine, pharmacists continue to play a vital role in the safe and appropriate use of analgesics As our knowledge of pain has progressed, we now recognise …
Dealing with pain, or is it?
The jury is out on the efficacy of paracetamol for reducing pain in many conditions, new Australian research reveals For most conditions, evidence regarding the effectiveness of paracetamol is insufficient …