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
Itches, scratches and gunk: Get back-to-school ready
Wednesday 2 February 2022, 12:19 AM
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Christchurch pharmacist Sarah Mooney covers some of the most common conditions seen in community pharmacy with the return to school
February brings calmer weather, quieter camping, weekends at the beach and some relief to parents as children return to school. The calm may be short-, Rash on Arm (Girl), [Image: triocean on iStock.com]
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