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Perimenopause: symptoms and management

As many as 90% of women with perimenopausal symptoms will seek help. Here, we outline what pharmacists need to know about these symptoms and the available treatments.…

Published: 24 January 2023

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Switching antidepressants: advice and practicalities

In the right circumstances, changing to a different antidepressant can improve the chances of successfully treating depression. This article outlines when switching medicines may be appropriate and how to select a strategy that reduces risk to the patient.…

Published: 13 January 2023

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Insulin in practice for people with type 2 diabetes mellitus

A detailed overview of insulin's use in type 2 diabetes mellitus, the types of insulin available in the UK and dose information.…

Published: 10 January 2023

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Mental health considerations in older women

An overview of the most common mental health conditions among older women, identifying where pharmacists are best placed to offer support and advice.…

Published: 25 November 2022

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Atrial fibrillation: symptoms, diagnosis and management

An overview of the signs, symptoms and recommended pharmacological treatments for atrial fibrillation, which affects around 1.5 million people in England.…

Published: 8 November 2022

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Complex decision-making for foundation and newly qualified pharmacists

An outline of the skills pharmacists need in order to make complex clinical decisions and how to improve these over time.…

Published: 18 October 2022

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Herbal medicines in pregnancy

Herbal medicines are commonly used by women during pregnancy. This article explains the potential health risks and uncertainties around their use and how pharmacists can provide supporting information for women.…

Published: 11 October 2022

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The role of circulating tumour DNA in guiding cancer treatment and future applications

An overview of current and future applications of circulating tumour DNA in common solid tumours and the implications on treatment.…

Published: 23 September 2022

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Management of postoperative pain

How to effectively manage pain following surgery to promote recovery, reduce the risk of side effects and dependency, and make best use of pharmacological and non-pharmacological measures.…

Published: 7 September 2022

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Best practice principles for inhaler prescribing

How to select appropriate inhaler devices that balance the need to personalise treatment and optimise disease control while reducing the environmental impact of prescribing.…

Published: 5 August 2022