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Practical Skills to Prescribe Medicinal Cannabis for TGA Approved Indications

This RACGP approved online workshop is a live introductory guide for medical practitioners on prescribing cannabinoid-based medicines. It covers approved clinical indications in Australia such as chronic pain, palliative care, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, and CINV, based on TGA guidance documents. The workshop also teaches best practices for patient management, prescribing processes, current legislation, and adhering to TGA requirements to ensure high standards of patient care. Upon completion, you will receive a statement of attendance which you can use to become an authorised prescriber.

CPD points: 4
Starts: 13 May 2023, 8:30 am

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