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How do I know if my kidneys are healthy and why is it important

WEBYour kidneys do many important jobs to keep you healthy. But most people with chronic kidney disease do not notice any symptoms, especially in the early stages. …

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Medicines for chronic kidney disease: A practical guide

WEBA practical guide to medicines for chronic kidney disease. Australian and international guidance is clear on medicines for chronic kidney disease (CKD) that slow CKD …

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NPS MedicineWise

WEBMedicineInsight is a primary care data program that supports quality improvement in general practice, post-market surveillance of medicines, Australian health policy and …

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Vitamin D supplementation in musculoskeletal health: what's new

WEBVitamin D (or ‘calciferol’) is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for musculoskeletal health. 1,2 In the liver, vitamin D is metabolised to 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D), the …

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Dutasteride (Avodart) and dutasteride with tamsulosin (Duodart) …

WEBWhat is known about these drugs. Dutasteride co-administered with tamsulosin improved outcomes compared with either dutasteride or tamsulosin …

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Medicines for depression and anxiety

WEBMedicines for depression and anxiety. Some people with depression or anxiety might take a medicine to help their mental health. Others may use non-medicine choices, or a mix of …

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Atomoxetine (Strattera) for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

WEBAtomoxetine is a noradrenaline reuptake inhibitor used for treating children, adolescents and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). …

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COVID-19 useful words and phrases

WEBConjunctivitis. can be caused by infection (virus, or bacteria) or as part of an allergic reaction. is also known as ‘pink eye’ and is contagious if caused by a bacteria or …

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Medicines & brand names, explained

WEBMedicines and brand names, explained. It’s important to remember that most medicines have two different names – an active ingredient and a brand name. There may also be …

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Sleeping pills and older people: the risks

WEBSleeping pills that belong to the group of medicines known as benzodiazepines and contain active ingredients such as temazepam, oxazepam, …

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Combined oral contraceptive pills: supporting an informed choice

WEBSide effects. Many side effects are attributed to COCPs, but evidence of direct cause and effect is limited. General side effects include headache, nausea, breast …

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Pharmaceutical Calculations. 5th ed.

WEB239 VOLUM 40 UMBE 6 ECEMBE 2017 Full text free online at nps.org.au/australianprescriber BOOK REVIEW Teixeira MG, Zatz JL Hoboken, New …

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Treatment of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

WEB43 ARTICLE Full text free online at www.australianprescriber.com VOLUM 3 UMBE 2 PRI 2014 (Box 2).9 Pregnant women can be reassured that there is extensive experience …

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Statin-associated muscle symptoms (SAMS)

WEBStatin intolerance is rarely life-threatening and may have a lower incidence than is commonly reported. 2-4 Statins have been associated with a nocebo effect, …

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MedicineWise app: Frequently Asked Questions

WEBDate published: 31 May 2017. Reasonable care is taken to provide accurate information at the time of creation. This information is not intended as a substitute for medical advice …

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Compound Sodium Lactate (Hartmanns) Solution for Injection

WEBWhat Compound Sodium Lactate (Hartmann’s) is used for. Compound Sodium Lactate (Hartmann’s) is used to replace body fluid and mineral salts that may …

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