Musk says he takes ketamine “once every other week” to regulate his depression. What is ketamine? What’s its role in depression treatment?
drugs
Prescription psychedelics explained
Dr Norman Swan discusses who can access MDMA (ecstasy) and Psylocibin (magic mushrooms) on prescription under new laws in Australia
Why is ICE so Problematic?
Dr. Norman Swan discusses the extent of the ICE epidemic, why it’s so prevalent and shares other resources people can access to get more information on the affects of ICE.
When to take your medicine
Many people who are taking tablets or other medicines are not sure about the best time to take them.
Antibiotics
Antibiotics attack bacteria – germs responsible for certain infections. Each antibiotic attacks different types of bacteria and will be useful for treating particular infections.
Grapefruit interactions with medicines
Grapefruit and its juice can cause interactions with some medicines, which can have serious or potentially deadly consequences.
Aspirin – side effects, dosage and low-dose
Aspirin is used to treat pain and fever and also has a role in preventing heart attacks and strokes. Find out the side effects and who should not take aspirin.
Prescription medicines: 10 tips for using them safely
Here are some quick tips to help you make the most of the medicine your doctor prescribes and ensure that you take and dispose of it safely.
Mental illness in younger people
Understanding mental illness in teenagers and younger people, such as self harm, suicidal thoughts and eating disorders.
Medicines: understanding your medicines
When your doctor gives you a prescription for a medicine, it has been a careful process and you have been part of the decision making.
