HRB National Drugs Library e-newsletter volume 18, issue 10

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Direct healthcare professional communication. Nurofen Plus (codeine/ibuprofen)...

[Health Products Regulatory Authority] ...Serious clinical harms, including renal tubular acidosis and severe hypokalaemia, following prolonged use of codeine/ibuprofen at higher than recommended doses due to codeine dependence. (24 Oct 2022)

Concern surge in amphetamine use in Dublin linked to lowered cost of drug production in Afghanistan.

[Irish Times] Lally, Conor (23 Oct 2022)

Cork GP and councillor backs development of supervised injection facility in city.

[Irish Examiner] English, Eoin (20 Oct 2022)

Technology to test Dublin wastewater for Covid presence adapted for illegal drugs.

[Irish Times] Gallagher, Conor (13 Oct 2022)

MQI. An interview with clinical nurse manager.

[Merchants Quay Ireland] (10 Oct 2022)

Some pharmacies failed to adhere to codeine guidelines - investigation.

[RTE Primetime] McMorrow, Conor (04 Oct 2022)

Alcohol industry body taught 15,000 children about drinking, against health department rule.

[Irish Examiner] Casey, Jessica (02 Oct 2022)

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