Minor Ailment Therapeutics
Blogs
- 9/18/2024
Digesting the details of IBS
A pharmacist’s guide to managing irritable bowel syndrome. - 12/8/2023
Management of oral thrush
Oral candidiasis is an opportunistic fungal infection of the oral mucosa. - 7/4/2023
Managing hemorrhoids . . . let’s get to the bottom of this!
In some jurisdictions, pharmacists’ scope of practice now includes patient assessment and initiation of prescription therapy for hemorrhoids. - 2/27/2023
Prescribing for minor ailments—a prime opportunity to advance our profession
Canadian estimates show that 10%–30% of physician visits are for minor ailments. - 8/11/2022
#Your skin matters: Atopic dermatitis assessment in patients of colour
Patient and caregiver education, as well as encouraging adherence to the treatment plan, are key aspects of successful AD management. - 3/22/2022
Don't make a rash decision: managing incontinence-associated dermatitis
Incontinence-associated dermatitis (IAD) has been associated with negative outcomes including significant pain, increased risk of pressure ulcers, depression and poor quality of life. - 11/10/2021
Dysmenorrhea pain must be treated. Period.
A variety of therapies are indicated for PD management, with NSAIDs and hormonal contraceptives recognized as first-line options. - 8/10/2021
Robotripping: A cheap fix
The act of abusing dextromethorphan for its euphoric effects is commonly referred to as "robotripping" due to its presence in the branded product Robitussin. - 4/5/2021
OTC Issues: Treating uncomplicated cystitis
Uncomplicated cystitis is common; approximately 60% of women will have at least one episode in their lifetime. - 11/15/2020
Tooth be told: Combogesic may change dental pain management
- 9/24/2020
Pandemic Pain: Ruling out Covid as cause of headaches
- 5/10/2020
Wondering about pregnancy tests? 'Urine' luck!
Product-specific instructions for using and reading HPTs must be followed closely, as human error continues to be the most common cause of false results