Pharmacy-supported interventions at transitions of care: an umbrella review.

abstract：:Background The inclusion of pharmacist in health care system is essential to ensure optimal patient care. However, with the passage of time, pharmacist's role has transcended from dispensing, compounding and counting of pills, to more sophisticated clinical duties. Objective To evaluate doctors' experience, perception...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Khan N,McGarry K,Naqvi AA,Holden K

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Little is known about the extent of drug-related problems (DRPs) in community-dwelling older adult patients with chronic diseases in mainland China. Setting A medication therapy review service at a community health center in Chongqing, China. Objective To identify and categorize DRPs along with pharmacists'...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Yang J,Meng L,Liu Y,Lv L,Sun S,Long R,Shan X,Song J,Qiu F

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Zoledronic acid (ZA) is an intravenous bisphosphonate approved for the prevention and treatment of cancer skeletal-related events. OBJECTIVE:Our aim was to analyze the prescription patterns of ZA in the cancer outpatient clinic. METHOD:We performed a retrospective chart review of all patients who received ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Anglada-Martínez H,do Pazo-Oubiña F,Molas-Ferrer G,Estefanell-Tejero A,Riu-Viladoms G,Ribas-Sala J,Creus-Baró N

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Best practice guidelines recommend regular evaluation of antipsychotics in managing behaviours for dementia patients with a view to de-prescribing, given its significant mortality and adverse outcomes (Reus et al. in Am J Psychiatry 173(5):543-546, 2016, Deprescribing Guidelines and Algorithms in https://de...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Gao RL,Lim KS,Luthra AS

更新日期：2020-09-10 00:00:00

abstract：CASE (DESCRIPTION):We report the case of a 38-year-old woman treated with lamotrigine who experienced multi-organ dysfunction. The patient received the drug at the dose of 100 mg per day. One week later, the treatment was suspended because of an extensive body rash. Twenty-four hours later, the patient appeared drowsy ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Provenzani A,Labbozzetta M,Notarbartolo M,Poma P,Polidori P,Vizzini G,D'Alessandro N

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Chronotherapy involves altering the timing of medication administration to improve the overall control of a disease and to minimise treatment side-effects, and is an emerging concept in the field of therapeutics. AIM:The aim of this review is to conduct an in-depth analysis of the recent literature in order...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Kaur G,Phillips C,Wong K,Saini B

更新日期：2013-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recommendations on drug dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment may vary between the references. It is often unknown which approach the dosing schemes were based on and what drug exposure is likely to be achieved. OBJECTIVE:To develop a simple method to evaluate recommended dosing schemes for pati...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Czock D,Spitaletta M,Keller F

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Older patients, due to polypharmacy, co-morbidities and often multiple prescribing doctors are particularly susceptible to medication history errors, leading to adverse drug events, patient harm and increased costs. Medication reconciliation at the point of admission to hospital can reduce medication discrep...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Cullinan S,O'Mahony D,Byrne S

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Medication dispensing is a core function of community pharmacies, and errors that occur during the dispensing process are a major concern for pharmacy profession. However, to date there has been no national study of medication dispensing errors in Jordan. Objective The study aimed to investigate the inciden...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Abdel-Qader DH,Al Meslamani AZ,Lewis PJ,Hamadi S

更新日期：2020-08-17 00:00:00

abstract：:This commentary identifies studies that have compared commercially available DI databases, and discusses improvements in study methodology that might better guide clinicians in selecting resources for their practice setting. We also provide suggestions for future direction of research in this area with an eye towards ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Hoody DW,Beckett CF,Zielenski C,Moore GD

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Pharmacovigilance is an essential part of the post-marketing surveillance of new biologicals. It not only requires a substantial investment of the marketing authorization holder but also of the clinical field to provide accurate safety information. Hence, does pharmacovigilance delivers value for money? This important...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Claus B

更新日期：2018-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：CASE DESCRIPTION:Hyperkalemia can cause altered cardiac electrical conduction resulting in death. We describe a case of a 23-year old pregnant patient who presented with severe epigastric pain and vomiting. She was severely pre- eclamptic and received initial treatment with intravenous labetalol and decision was taken ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Thomas B,Abdul Rouf PV,El Kassem W,Al Hail M,Stewart D,Tharannum A,Ahmed A,Al Saadi M

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background While dispensing prescribed medicines, pharmacists frequently encounter technical and clinical problems that require a pharmaceutical intervention. Objective To describe the pharmaceutical interventions performed by community pharmacists while dispensing prescribed medicines and to investigate, in-depth, th...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Maes KA,Hersberger KE,Lampert ML

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Granulocyte colony-stimulating factor administration is an important component of supportive therapy in chemotherapy-induced leukopenia. Although patient response to granulocyte colony-stimulating factor administration is known to vary, the factors responsible for poor response have not been identified. OBJ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Ohnaka H,Tsukamoto H,Nakamura T,Yano R,Watanabe K,Igarashi T,Goto N,Masada M

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Population-based studies investigating indications for antidepressant prescribing mostly rely on diagnoses from general practitioners. However, diagnostic codes might be incomplete and drugs may be prescribed 'off-label' for indications not investigated in clinical trials. Objective We aimed to study indica...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Aarts N,Noordam R,Hofman A,Tiemeier H,Stricker BH,Visser LE

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background The survival rate of prostate cancer is relatively higher than other cancers, therefore, the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) becomes a critical issue for the patients. There are limited quality of life data evaluating the difference between androgen deprivation therapy and non-androgen deprivation th...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Huang YT,Li CC,Chou YH,Ke HL,Chen CY

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Inappropriate use of antibiotic treatment for pharyngitis by community pharmacists is prevalent in developing countries. Little is known about how the pharmacists identify patients with bacterial pharyngitis. Objective To ascertain the appropriateness of diagnosis of streptococcal pharyngitis among Thai com...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Saengcharoen W,Jaisawang P,Udomcharoensab P,Buathong K,Lerkiatbundit S

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Renal abnormalities are often seen in sickle cell disease (SCD). OBJECTIVE:To investigate the role of hydroxycarbamide as a protective agent in sickle cell nephropathy. SETTING:Patients with SCD followed at a Hematology outpatients clinic. METHODS:Prospective study with 26 SCD patients. Renal function eva...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Silva Junior GB,Vieira AP,Couto Bem AX,Alves MP,Meneses GC,Martins AM,Araújo SM,Libório AV,Daher EF

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A range of extended/enhanced pharmacy services (EPS) are increasingly being offered in community pharmacies following a global paradigm shift in professional pharmacy practice from a product-oriented focus to a patient-centered approach. A number of pharmacy/pharmacist characteristics have been reported to i...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Puspitasari HP,Aslani P,Krass I

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The scope of pharmacist services for patients with pulmonary disease has primarily focused on drug related outcomes; however pharmacists have the ability to broaden the scope of clinical services by performing diagnostic testing including quality spirometry testing. Studies have demonstrated that pharmacists...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Cawley MJ,Warning WJ

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The well-being of patients with Parkinson's disease may be improved by pharmaceutical care in community pharmacies. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the effects of standardised pharmaceutical care on health outcomes and quality of drug treatment in patients with Parkinson's disease. SETTING:Community pharmacies in...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Schröder S,Martus P,Odin P,Schaefer M

更新日期：2012-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Despite the importance placed on the concept of the multidisciplinary team in relation to intermediate care (IC), little is known about community pharmacists' (CPs) involvement. Objective To determine CPs' awareness of and involvement with IC services, perceptions of the transfer of patients' medication inf...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Millar A,Hughes C,Devlin M,Ryan C

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:Linezolid represents an important advance in the treatment of methicillinresistant staphylococci. Its effectiveness should be preserved by appropriate uses. The aims of this survey were to describe the use of linezolid in clinical practice and to assess its overall safety. METHODS:This retrospective observat...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Aubin G,Lebland C,Corvec S,Thomaré P,Potel G,Caillon J,Navas D

更新日期：2011-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Setting Fifteen community pharmacies in the UK. Objective Proof of concept study to test the use of community pharmacies for active case finding of patients with coeliac disease. Methods Customers accessing over-the counter and prescription medicines indicated in the treatment of possible symptoms of coeliac disease o...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Urwin H,Wright D,Twigg M,McGough N

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Evidence suggests that consumers potentially put themselves at risk when purchasing medicines on-line. Whilst logos provided by regulators may provide some level of reassurance there may be other indicators which could be used by consumers to identify those websites which may be safely used. OBJECTIVES:Iden...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Alwon BM,Solomon G,Hussain F,Wright DJ

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE OF THE STUDY:To audit patients' allergy documentation in a large rural hospital an to make recommendations about accurate drug allergies in hospital settings. SETTING:A 257 bed large hospital and fully integrated health service in Australia, providing a range of services including; medicine, surgery, aged ca...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Khalil H,Leversha A,Khalil V

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Taking regular medication has been shown to have an impact on the daily lives of patients and their families. Objective To explore the medication-related experiences of patients and their families when a child or young person is prescribed regular medication. Setting A specialist U.K. paediatric hospital. M...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Aston J,Wilson KA,Terry DRP

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Ethnic diversity is increasingly encountered in the HIV-infected population in North America, and it is unknown if beliefs surrounding illness and treatment vary among different ethnic groups. OBJECTIVE:Our objectives were to determine whether self-reported adherence, illness perceptions and treatment belie...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Gunther M,Foisy M,Houston S,Guirguis L,Hughes C

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Oral anticoagulation therapy has proven beneficial impact on the prevention of thromboembolic events. However, the use of antocoagulatns also increases the risk of bleeds. To maximize the benefits and minimize the risks of the treatment, guidance on appropriate use of oral anticoagulants is essential. An in...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Damen NL,Van den Bemt BJF,Hersberger KE,Papastergiou J,Alves da Costa F,Rydant S,Wartenberg NS,Lobban T,Arnet I,Antoniou S,International Pharmacists for Anticoagulation Care Taskforce (iPACT).

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Medication errors are the most common types of medical errors that occur in health care organisations; however, these errors are largely underreported. Objective This study assessed knowledge on medication error reporting, perceived barriers to reporting medication errors, motivations for reporting medicati...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Samsiah A,Othman N,Jamshed S,Hassali MA

更新日期：2020-08-01 00:00:00