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Psychedelics for mental health: the acid test

The prospect of treating psychiatric conditions with long-derided drugs such as psilocybin and LSD is attracting plenty of headlines – but how much is hyperbole and how would the NHS implement psychedelic-based treatments anyway?

13 Sep 2023

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PPIs increase risk of serious infections

Distinguishing GORD from uncomplicated gastroesophageal reflux in infants can be difficult.

13 Sep 2023

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Clopidogrel ineffective in British South Asians?

Prescribing clopidogrel based on pharmaco-genetics could “impact significantly” on the management of patients of Bangladeshi and Pakistani ancestry (BPA), according to an analysis of 44,396 people in the UK Genes & Health study.

13 Sep 2023

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Pot luck with cannabidiol concentrations?

Only 8 per cent of cannabidiol products have measured CBD concentrations within 10 per cent of those advertised, say UK researchers.

13 Sep 2023

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Aspirin: study highlights risks of poor adherence

Poor long-term adherence to aspirin after a heart attack increases the risk of death, recurrent myocardial infarction (MI) or ischaemic stroke, according to research presented during the recent European Society of Cardiology Congress.

13 Sep 2023

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Using topical painkillers for targeted relief

The OTC topicals fixture offers a wide range of options, with hot, cold and NSAID products, and includes both licensed OTC medicines and drug-free options.

16 Aug 2023

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Do opiates increase the risk of cancer?

Opioid prescribing is declining– yet 5.4 million people in England received these drugs during 2020/21.1 There’s clearly still a long way to go as concerns grow about possible cancer risk associated with long-term use.

16 Aug 2023

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Cats and dogs and vitamin B12 deficiency

You may receive a veterinary prescription for a vitamin B12 product or be asked by pet owners about B12 supplements. Here’s what you need to know...

20 Jul 2023

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Watching for red flags in psychosis

By being alert for the prodromal phase in psychosis, pharmacists can help patients receive the help and support they need. So what are the signs to look out for?

15 Jul 2023

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Complications of type 1 diabetes

Last month we looked at the management of type 1 diabetes in terms of symptoms and the types of insulin used. Here we turn our attention to disease complications and how pharmacists can support patients living with the condition.

15 Jul 2023

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