PJ, May 2024, Vol 312, No 7985

Pharmacists told to issue only one month supply of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy in shortage warning

There are shortages of two brands of pancreatic enzyme therapy, with Nutrizym 22 capsules out of stock until August 2024 and limited supplies of Creon 10,000 and 25,000 capsules until 2026.…

Management of Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia

An overview of the symptoms and diagnosis of Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia, as well as treatment options.…

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Serious shortage protocols for clarithromycin reactivated as whooping cough cases rise

The protocols were first introduced in 2023, and are now due to expire on 21 June 2024.…

PJ view: Changes to hub-and-spoke legislation are too late for a community pharmacy sector in crisis

From 1 January 2025, all community pharmacies will be able to outsource dispensing to a third party but the “significant impact” it will have on the challenges facing the sector have been overstated by the government.…

How to provide patients with safety-netting advice

Pharmacists can support patients with self-management of their condition by providing clear information about when to seek further help.…

New Society Fellows

In accordance with the powers vested in it, the panel of Fellows appointed under Section 4 of the Society’s Regulations has designated the following 19 members as Fellows of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society for Distinction in the Profession of Pharmacy. Jeff Aston Sarah Cavanagh Richard …

Primary care pharmacist jobs could be at risk following changes to ARRS funding

Under new arrangements for the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme, primary care networks will not be able to redistribute unspent funds between each other, which have previously been used for recruitment to address staff shortages.…

Are prescribing restrictions for pregabalin working?

Prescribing of pregabalin, which is licensed to treat epilepsy, neuropathic pain and anxiety, is on the rise despite the introduction of restrictions in 2019. Here, we examine the trends and possible causes.…

My experience developing a new PJ app for RPS members

Corrinne Burns, product and delivery manager, shares her experience of preparing the new PJ app for launch.…

RPS launches new PJ app ‘designed to meet the needs of members’

The updated app is available on both Apple and Android devices and features a simplified sign-in process, bookmarking functionality and streamlined navigation.…