Pharmacists play an important role in relieving the burden of migraine through timely supply of Schedule 3 triptans for treatment. Learn more via case studies and interviews with a pharmacist.
| Learning Objective | Competancy standard addressed | |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Outline the prevalence and burden of migraine | 1.1.3 |
| 02 | Differentiate features of migraine from other headache types | 3.2.2, 3.5.2 |
| 03 | Identify suitable acute treatments for managing migraine attacks | 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4, 3.5.2 |
| 04 | Evaluate the appropriateness of supplying Schedule 3 triptans based on the medical history and symptoms of a person living with migraine | 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.2.4, 3.2.5, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.5.2 |
| 05 | Recognise situations when a person living with migraine should be referred to their GP/specialist for further evaluation | 2.2.3, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.2.4, 3.2.6, 3.3.2, 3.5.2 |
This activity has been accredited for 0.75 hours of Group 1 CPD (or 0.75 CPD credits) suitable for inclusion in an individual pharmacist’s CPD plan which can be converted to 0.75 hours of Group 2 CPD (or 1.5 CPD credits) upon successful completion of relevant assessment activities.
Accreditation number: CX24042
Accreditation expiry date: 08 Sep 2026
Accreditation number: CX24042
Accreditation expiry date: 08 Sep 2026
Meet the Experts
Avy Sim
Pharmacist
Avy has been a community pharmacist for the past 10 years and is currently based in Sydney.
Course Highlights
Case studies
Guidance on how to Ask, Assess and Advise people living with migraine
Interviews with a pharmacist
Get perspectives on managing migraine in the pharmacy
Pharmacist guide
Step-by-step considerations in supplying Schedule 3 triptans