Australian Doctor News

Plan to curb repeats of four common antibiotics

9th October 2019
Repeats of four common antibiotics would no longer be funded via the PBS under a new plan to tackle antibiotic resistance. …
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Amoxycillin
Specialist Updates Respiratory

Which antibiotic is best for bronchiectasis exacerbations in kids?

29th August 2019
Children with a non-severe exacerbation of bronchiectasis who do not have cystic fibrosis should be treated with amoxycillin…
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little girl coughing while doctor listens to her chest
Specialist Updates Respiratory

More bronchiectasis patients benefit from macrolides

15th August 2019
Long-term use of macrolides for bronchiectasis can reduce and delay exacerbations and improve quality of life even in…
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White pill
Specialist Updates Dermatology

Skin decolonisation cuts infections after Moh's surgery

14th August 2019
Three Perth dermatologists say topical decolonisation in patients having Moh’s surgery cuts postoperative infection rates…
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Moh's surgery
Specialist Updates Respiratory

Blood test helps decide antibiotics for COPD exacerbation

16th July 2019
Testing for C-reactive protein can reduce unnecessary antibiotic use in patients experiencing an exacerbation of chronic…
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tibes of blood awaiing analysis
6Minutes News

GPs call for pharmacy antibiotics trial to be halted

8th July 2019
The RACGP has called for a trial allowing pharmacists to prescribe antibiotics be put on hold until a national review on…
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Dr Bruce Willett
6Minutes News

GPs face crackdown on antibiotic repeats

17th June 2019
GPs may face stricter rules on prescribing repeat antibiotics under radical plans being considered by the Federal Government…
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Antibiotics