GP banned after asking patients to access codeine for him
The doctor played on six patients’ trust when he got them to fill prescriptions to feed his own addiction, heard the Victorian Civil and Administ…
Tag: Addictions
Ban for GP who shaved body to avoid drug test
The doctor is free to reapply for registration immediately after he sought help for his crystal meth addiction.
GPs still ‘in the dark’ about prescribing e-liquids
​​​​​​Doctors face an information void with the change in laws on vaping, so experts have provided four key tips.
Patient’s addiction to poppy tea needs treatment
Doctors report on a Melbourne man who suffered severe withdrawal when he stopped drinking the homemade brew.
Review debunks take-home naloxone ‘myth’
Access to the opioid antagonist doesn’t increase illicit drug use, addiction researchers show.
GP banned after prescribing isotretinoin to suicidal teen
The Sydney also doctor admitted he prescribed opioids to patients who were drug seekers because he was 'too soft'.
A GP guide to vaping and nicotine prescribing
With recent changes to TGA regulations, GPs are likely to see an increasing number of patients seeking advice on vaping and nicotine prescriptions.…
Fentanyl commonly prescribed with other opioids: GP data alert
The study, however, does not provide context on whether or not prescribing is appropriate, says Dr Evan Ackermann.
Why cannabis and sex don’t mix: case report
A 24-year-old's pneumomediastinum was precipitated by a joint followed by 'vigorous' sex, say UK doctors.
Rapid tapering of opioids linked to overdose, suicidality
Patients need gradual reduction and close monitoring to avoid mental health crises, say the authors of an observational study.
