What's New
MMR vaccination and immunosuppressantsMarch 12, 2019
The Immunisation Advisory Centre have provided an information sheet about diseases and medications when live attenuated vaccines (e.g. MMR) may be contraindicated – See www.immune.org.nz or the PDF below. Health professionals are welcome to contact our service if unsure about any medicines. AdministrationImmunecompLiveVac20180507V02Final
Pregabalin is now fully fundedFebruary 12, 2019
Pregabalin is a gabapentinoid that is now fully funded and indicated as an option for patients with neuropathic pain, as well as focal seizures and generalised anxiety (unlicensed). Pregabalin may offer advantages over gabapentin in patients where adherence to a three-times-daily regimen is problematic or where gastrointestinal absorption may be impaired. The efficacy of gabapentinoids […]