Learning | Antimicrobial resistance and stewardship

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Switching patients from IV to oral antimicrobials

IV antimicrobials are important for the effective treatment of infection but there are many benefits to timely switching to oral formulations. This article explains why switching is important, when switches should be considered and how to improve implementation.…

Published: 14 April 2023

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Dose adjustments of antimicrobials in patients with hepatic impairment

An overview of appropriate dosing of antimicrobials in patients with hepatic impairment.…

Published: 21 February 2023

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Infective endocarditis: diagnosis, treatment and prevention

An overview of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of infective endocarditis, as well as the role of the pharmacist in managing the infection.…

Published: 22 July 2022

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Current and advanced therapies for chronic wound infection

An overview of chronic wounds, including their physiology, causes and management options.…

Published: 15 July 2022

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MRSA: diagnosis, screening and management

Appropriate antimicrobial therapy, following local policy and adhering to infection and prevention control guidance, can help to prevent the spread of MRSA bacteria.…

Published: 5 April 2022

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How to evaluate the clinical appropriateness of an antimicrobial

Clinically reviewing the choice of antimicrobial for individual patients is an effective way for pharmacists to contribute to the fight against antimicrobial resistance.…

Published: 4 August 2021

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Managing fever in children

This learning resource outlines guideline-based recommendations for the management of children and young people with fever, including the appropriate use of over-the-counter analgesics, to support effective pharmacy consultations.…

Published: 27 November 2020

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Oral candidiasis: causes, types and treatment

Pharmacists and pharmacy teams should be able to recognise oral thrush, a common yeast infection, and provide appropriate treatment advice to resolve infections.…

Published: 3 November 2020

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Differential diagnosis: cold, flu or COVID-19?

An overview of the main differences between the symptoms for colds, flu and COVID-19, to enable pharmacy teams to advise patients effectively on their management, including treatment and/or referral.…

Published: 24 September 2020

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Case-based learning: impetigo

Pharmacists need to identify and manage impetigo effectively to help prevent its spread. …

Published: 15 September 2020