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
From ketosis to turmeric: Hot trends in natural health
In 2012, the New Zealand natural health products industry surpassed $1 billion in revenue, according to a New Zealand Trade and Enterprise study, and it continues to grow. Pharmacists are ideally placed to support the quality use of complementary and alternative medicines, and some pharmacists are even carving a niche market offering personalised consultations on holistic health treatments. One pharmacist leading the way is Annabel Turley of Christchurch. Clinical pharmacist Sarah Mooney interviews her on three of the latest trends in natural health: the keto diet, probiotics and turmeric
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