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How do you switch between tricyclic, SSRI and related antidepressants? This updated Q&A provides advice on the risks and suggested strategies for switching between tricyclic, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and related antidepressants: sps.nhs.uk/articles/how-d…
Irish healthcare workers have an excellent knowledge of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance. For more information and guidance on prescribing visit bit.ly/antibioticpres… #EAAD2019 #KeepAntibioticsWorking
Are you familiar with which medicines should be prescribed by brand? And why? Handy resource: sps.nhs.uk/wp-content/upl…
A substance that could cause cancer has been found in some ranitidine heartburn and ulcer medicines, including the brand-name drug Zantac, and the source of this contamination is being investigated, according to the FDA. wb.md/32GCUDa
Got your phone out? The Bruyere #deprescribing guidelines channel on the IAM Medical Guidelines app is now available. Download for Android: ow.ly/dwbh30nRiZS Download for iOS: ow.ly/IqKs30nRiYL Access up-to-date deprescribing guideline resources on-demand.
Do you know which methods of contraception are safe and suitable for women aged over 40 years? Read our article by Dr @katiebee111 and Valerie Warner Findlay where they discuss @FSRH_UK contraception recommendations. #Sexualhealth #HCSM #Contraception 👉 ow.ly/k4LG50vGEmN
Limerick is trying to control the spread of giant hogweed, a dangerous invasive species | bit.ly/2OJFoPe
Want to inform yourself about HPV? You'll find a wealth of information about HPV and the HPV vaccine at hpv.ie. We also recommend speaking to a trusted health professional like your GP or Pharmacist. #ProtectOurFuture
Excipients: What are the general considerations for vegan patients? Excipients are used in the manufacture of medicines for various purposes and may be derived from animals. For advice: sps.nhs.uk/articles/excip…
NEW: In a major step towards restructuring our health services, Minister for Health @SimonHarrisTD announces six new regional health areas. This is a key day for the delivery of #Sláintecare and for the reform of our health service.
Currently, it is estimated that over half of women in the UK are #overweight or obese. #Obesity rates continue to rise amongst women of reproductive age. FSRH releases new advice on #contraception for women who are overweight or have obesity ow.ly/5SOr50uQxWV #guidelines
What you need to know about the new PCRS rules around Oral Nutritional Supplements excellentpharmacist.com/what-you-need-…
What is a suitable combined oral contraceptive pill in a patient who is taking hepatic enzyme-inducing drugs, such as carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin or rifabutin? Read more: sps.nhs.uk/articles/what-…
