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Early action is essential to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with newly identified atrial fibrillation (AF). However, the... View Article
Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) such as dabigatran and rivaroxaban are now established as the “go to” choice in primary care... View Article
Liver function tests (LFTs) are among the most commonly requested laboratory investigations in primary care. However, as with... View Article
The liver plays an essential role in maintaining homeostasis and has a high degree of functional interconnectedness with other... View Article
Biological medicines are an important advancement in the pharmaceutical treatment of patients with inflammatory and immunological... View Article
These guidelines have been produced by PHARMAC in conjunction with bpacnz, with the assistance of practising specialists. They... View Article
From 1 August, 2018, rivaroxaban will be fully subsidised without restriction for people who require an oral anticoagulant. This... View Article
Intravenous ferric carboxymaltose is now a potential option for treating patients with iron deficiency anaemia in the community.... View Article
Patients taking oral anticoagulants require appropriate management in order to receive the maximum benefit from treatment with... View Article
Most patients with atrial fibrillation can be managed in primary care. Patients should be referred for an initial assessment with... View Article
The risks and benefits of treatment with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) are different for individual patients with COPD. There... View Article
Hereditary haemochromatosis is the most common genetic disease in European populations. It is an autosomal recessive disorder... View Article
This report provides an update on the use and monitoring of dabigatran between October, 2013 and September, 2014 in general practice... View Article
The New Zealand Laboratory Schedule has been created to provide consistent guidance and ensure uniform availability of tests across... View Article
2013 UPDATE: Investigating iron deficiency anaemia View Article
A finding of anaemia on a full blood count is only the first step of a series of investigations for most patients. The mean red... View Article
Ticagrelor (Brilinta) is a new oral antiplatelet medicine, which has been available, fully subsidised, with Special Authority,... View Article
Dabigatran is an oral anticoagulant approved for use in non-valvular atrial fibrillation and prevention of venous thromboembolism... View Article
Dabigatran has been available for general practitioners to prescribe since July, 2011. Dabigatran is indicated for prevention... View Article
Glandular fever (infectious mononucleosis) is a common, potentially debilitating illness that is most frequently seen in adolescents... View Article
In July 2011, a consensus forum was held in Wellington to discuss the use of antithrombotic medicines in general practice. This... View Article
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is often an incidental finding during a routine medical assessment. The diagnosis of AF can be confirmed... View Article
Dabigatran (Pradaxa) is now available in New Zealand, fully funded, without Special Authority, as an alternative oral anticoagulant... View Article
Interpreting and managing a laboratory result of abnormal sodium or potassium levels is a common scenario in general practice.... View Article
Dabigatran to be listed | Most broad spectrum antibiotics do not affect the combined oral contraceptive | Prescription kitchen View Article
Testing for thrombophilia is rarely indicated in general practice and should only be performed when the results will alter m... View Article
Regular measurement of INR levels is an essential component in the management of patients receiving warfarin treatment. Many factors... View Article
The international normalised ratio (INR) is used to monitor patients receiving warfarin for treatment or prevention of thrombosis... View Article
Evidence suggests that warfarin is under utilised in older people. The dilemma is that in older people with atrial fibrillation,... View Article
This article has been archived. If you would like access to the original article please contact: editor@bpac.org.nz View Article
The aim of stroke rehabilitation is for the patient to regain the best level of health, activity and participation possible within... View Article
People who have had a stroke or transient ischaemic attack are at increased risk of future stroke, especially in the first few... View Article
There are a number of causes of low vitamin B12 levels with pernicious anaemia being among the most important to identify. Parietal... View Article
Stroke is the third most common cause of death in New Zealand, with approximately 22 strokes occurring each day. Stroke should... View Article
Should aspirin still be used for primary prevention of cardiovascular desease? Reconsider paracetamol use post-vaccination View Article
Enoxaparin (Clexane) is a low molecular weight heparin used in the treatment of acute coronary syndromes and in the treatment... View Article
A guide focusing on some of the situations GPs face in day-to-day practice with practical advice for initial testing. View Article
Report on testing for Hepatitis A and B. View Article
Antiplatelet drugs including aspirin, clopidogrel and dipyrimadole, reduce the incidence of cardiovascular events by about 20-25%... View Article
The decision whether to choose aspirin or warfarin for stroke prevention is often not clear cut. There is evidence that treatment... View Article
Provides an overview of the use of the complete blood count in primary care and advice on appropriate follow-up for abnormal... View Article
Is there an association between the use of the combined oral contraceptive and Vitamin B12 deficiency View Article
Warfarin has the potential to interact with numerous drugs resulting in significant morbidity and potentially fatal bleeds. Loss... View Article
SSRIs can increase the risk of bleeding disorders, especially if taken with an NSAID. View Article
An update on treatment of atrial fibrillation with a focus on warfarin. View Article