Faran Khalili,Morton G Burt
Faran Khalili
Glucocorticoids can be stopped abruptly, without tapering, in patients prescribed them for less than 3 to 4 weeks. Prolonged glucocorticoid use (more than 3 to 4 weeks) can cause hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, necess...
Hazel Moore,Daniel Yeoh,Carly Hughes et al.
Hazel Moore et al.
Aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin and amikacin) are highly effective parenteral drugs commonly used as initial empirical therapy of serious Gram-negative infections. They have rapid bactericidal activity and relatively low rates of re...
Hester Hk Wilson,Jillian Kanck
Hester Hk Wilson
Opioid dependence is a chronic condition that can lead to significant harm if left untreated. People who experience opioid dependence and the treatments themselves are highly stigmatised. Person-centred trauma-informed services are critical...
Using pharmacogenomics to personalise drug therapy: which drugs, when and how [0.03%]
用药基因组学指导个体化药物治疗的策略：如何实施及应用案例分析
Sophie L Stocker,Thomas M Polasek
Sophie L Stocker
Pharmacogenomic testing provides information on whether a patient possesses gene variants that can influence drug exposure or response. It can be used as part of clinical decision-making to personalise drug therapy. Pharmacogenomic testing ...
Emma Mason,Kirsten Black
Emma Mason
Long-acting reversible contraceptive methods, including the contraceptive implant and intrauterine devices, are highly effective and cost-effective options for women who have no specific contraindications. Long-acting reversible contracepti...