What's New
Dabigatran Etexilate in Compliance AidsMarch 19, 2025
Did you know two studies have recently been published (including one from Aotearoa!) exploring the stability of dabigatran etexilate in compliance aids? This bulletin is an update of our 2018 version, and summarises the key findings from these new studies.
Cannabis-Based ProductsFebruary 26, 2025
Confused about cannabis? Consolidate your knowledge with our new bulletin on Cannabis-Based Products
Absorption of medicines following bariatric surgeryNovember 22, 2024
Bariatric surgery has become increasingly common and has the potential to affect the absorption of medicines. This bulletin explains the types of procedures usually undertaken in Aotearoa and the effects these may have on physiological and pharmacokinetic changes.
Analgesia during pregnancy or while breastfeedingNovember 20, 2024
This bulletin discusses treatment options for acute pain in people who are planning pregnancy, pregnant, or breastfeeding. While most guidance has not changed, we now suggest to consider avoiding non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) around the time of conception. It also discusses the controversy with codeine use while breastfeeding.
