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  • Helping pharmacists manage medicine shortages

    Helping pharmacists manage medicine shortages

    In many cases, pharmacists and prescribers are able to provide or prescribe another approved medicine that is on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG) or they can give a different strength or dosage of the same medicine.
  • Is your post breaking advertising laws

    Use your influence to promote better health

    A simple post from a respected person can influence the purchasing decisions of many people. If your post meets this definition of advertising, make sure you are complying with the law. Here are some of the important rules to keep in mind when creating content.
  • What do I need to do if my medicine or medical device is recalled? Recall – return or dispose of a product. Product Alert – be aware of concerns with a product. Product Correction – make changes or repairs to a product. Quarantine – avoid use of the product

    What do I need to do if my medicine or medical device is recalled?

    Like all goods available in Australia, therapeutic goods can sometimes experience problems. When this happens, we decide if a ‘market action’ is needed. A market action aims to correct the problem. There are four types of market actions you should be aware of.
  • All medicines have risks. Tell your doctor about any complementary medicines you’re taking.

    Understanding Complementary Medicines

    Complementary medicines are therapeutic goods that are often derived from traditional medicine practices. They can usually be purchased from supermarkets, health stores and pharmacies without seeing a doctor or pharmacist.
    However, just because a medicine is available without a prescription, or claims to be ‘natural’ or ‘healthy’, doesn’t mean it’s safe for you.
  • Make an informed decision about your treatment options with unapproved therapeutic goods.

    What to know if you’re prescribed an unapproved therapeutic good

    While we encourage health practitioners to prescribe approved therapeutic goods where possible, unapproved therapeutic goods can be accessed in limited circumstances.
    In making these joint decisions to use an unapproved therapeutic good, your doctor is required to inform you of the potential benefits and risks.

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