This article, written by Sidhesh Phaldessai, provides an overview of geriatric psychopharmacology, including the epidemiology of mental health disorders in the older population, the physiological changes that occur with ageing and their impact on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and the use of psychotropic medications in older adults
This article is a summary of the work completed to date by the Environmental Pharmacy Initiative Committee, with an explanation of why the healthcare impact on climate change is important and ways we can contribute towards sustainable pharmacy
Non-practising pharmacist Sarah Mooney explores medicinal cannabis, its potential benefits and risks, the regulatory framework, dispensing considerations, and the role of pharmacists in supporting patients using medicinal cannabis
In this article, speech language therapist Bridget McArthur examines at the foundation for gaining informed consent, particularly for those with communication difficulties
Academic pharmacist Nataly Martini provides key information on Helicobacter pylori pathophysiology, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment strategies to enhance patient outcomes