FOLLOWING the lifting of Saizen
solution for injection (somatropin)
restrictions in October, the
Department of Health (DoH) is
urging patients to ensure that their
supply does not expire before the
end of their treatment period.
The DoH stopped ordering Saizen
in July this year, through the PBS
Growth Hormone Program, as the
supplier had initiated a recall of
short dated Saizen, however the
drug’s supplier worked with the
Department and TGA to manage
the situation and from 2 October
2012 the restriction was lifted.The above article was sent to subscribers in Pharmacy Daily's issue from 12 Nov 12 To see the full newsletter, see the embedded issue below or CLICK HERE to download Pharmacy Daily from 12 Nov 12
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THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has unveiled a comprehensive membership package designed to provide robust support for credentialed pharmacists throughout their professional journey.
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