http://www.prescriber.co.uk Prescriber EarlyView RSS Feed http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/764093/The_uncertainties_of_treatment.html No Abstract. 2010-07-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/764095/Recommended_management_of_type_1_diabetes_with_insulin.html Insulin therapy in type 1 diabetes aims to achieve optimal blood glucose control while avoiding troublesome hypoglycaemia. Our Drug review discusses the properties of currently available insulins, followed by sources of further information and a review of prescription data. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/764097/Is_it_effective_to_target_treatment_using_just_calculated_CHD_risk.html Statin prescribing for the primary prevention of CHD is based on risk calculated from long-term population data. Here, the author discusses the issues with the current risk models and suggests that money could be better spent on improved targeting through the use of a diagnostic test. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/764099/Refractory_functional_dyspepsia_and_nonerosive_reflux_disease.html Our series on Prescribing challenges focuses on areas of therapeutics that can present a particular challenge in general practice. Here, the authors address the management of functional dyspepsia and non - erosive reflux disease that has not responded to firstline therapies. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760775/Insulin_safety_in_primary_care_the_NPSA_seeks_your_help.html No Abstract. 2010-07-05T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760777/Current_options_in_the_treatment_of_menopausal_symptoms.html Hormone replacement therapy remains the mainstay of menopausal symptom treatment despite continued debate over the risks and benefits. Our Drug review considers the properties and adverse events of the current treatment options, followed by sources of further information and an analysis of prescription data. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-05T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760779/Calciumchannel_blockers_their_properties_and_use_in_hypertension.html A concise guide to the indications and properties of calcium-channel blockers and their current recommended place in the treatment of hypertension. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-05T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760781/Dronedarone_Multaq_a_new_option_in_atrial_fibrillation.html Dronedarone (Multaq) is a new antiarrhythmic drug licensed for use in patients with nonpermanent AF. Professor John Camm and Dr Irina Savelieva highlight the results of clinical trials relating to its efficacy and adverse effects and consider its place in the treatment of AF. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-07-05T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760787/NSAIDs_complacent_prescribing_and_the_risk_of_thrombotic_CVD.html No Abstract. 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760789/Evaluation_and_recommended_treatment_of_anaemia.html The management of anaemia first requires an evaluation of the underlying cause of the disorder. Our Drug review considers the various oral and parenteral treatments available, followed by an analysis of prescription data and sources of further information. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760791/My_views_on_medicines_management_past_and_present.html Chief pharmacist and experienced pharmaceutical adviser Beryl Bevan shares her views on medicines management and NHS restructuring over the past 20 years. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760793/Vaccination_and_risk_assessment_for_children_travelling_abroad.html Our series Prescribing in children gives practical advice for the management of childhood problems in general practice. Here, the authors discuss the provision of travel vaccines for children going abroad. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760797/Local_decision_making_on_funding_drugs_and_treatments.html Under the NHS Constitution patients have the right to expect rational local decision making where there is no NICE guidance. Here, the author discusses how local processes are being developed. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/760795/Recommended_management_of_hypertension_during_pregnancy.html Our series Prescribing in pregnancy provides guidance on what information to offer pregnant women about the risks and benefits of drug treatment. Here the author discusses the management of maternal hypertension. Copyright © 2010 Wiley Interface Ltd 2010-06-19T00:00:00Z http://www.prescriber.co.uk/details/journalArticle/742875/Targeting_variable_blood_pressure_in_the_prevention_of_stroke.html No Abstract. 2010-06-05T00:00:00Z