Doctors' perceptions, expectations and experience regarding the role of pharmacist in hospital settings of Pakistan.

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：OBJECTIVES:Diabetes mellitus is a chronic progressive disease characterized by numerous health complications. Medication adherence is an important determinant of therapeutic outcome. Few studies on medication adherence have been published from the Arab countries. Therefore, the objective of this pilot study was to asse...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Jamous RM,Sweileh WM,Abu-Taha AS,Sawalha AF,Zyoud SH,Morisky DE

更新日期：2011-12-01 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 Parkinson's disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder. Motor and non-motor symptoms seem to precede the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Objective To evaluate the incidence of muscle relaxant use in community-dwelling persons with and without Parkinson's disease from 4 years before to 4 ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Paakinaho A,Karttunen N,Koponen M,Taipale H,Tolppanen AM,Hartikainen S,Tiihonen M

更新日期：2020-04-01 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：:Background Although TNF inhibitors are well established in ankylosing spondylitis treatment, the majority of studies on TNF inhibitors safety have been performed in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Meanwhile, it seems that TNF inhibitors in ankylosing spondylitis may present a better safety profile than we thought. Obje...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Wroński J,Fiedor P,Głuszko P

更新日期：2019-08-01 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：:Bridging the gap between hospital and primary care is important as transition from one healthcare setting to another increases the risk on drug-related problems and consequent readmissions. To reduce those risks, pharmacist interventions during and after hospitalization have been frequently studied, albeit with variab...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Ensing HT,Koster ES,Stuijt CC,van Dooren AA,Bouvy ML

更新日期：2015-06-01 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:Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are frequently admitted to the hospital with severe or acute hyperglycaemia secondary to an acute illness or disease. Uncontrolled glycaemia is a significant problem during severe or acute hyperglycaemia. OBJECTIVE:This study sought to identify demographic, clin...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Huri HZ,Makmor-Bakry M,Hashim R,Mustafa N,Wan Ngah WZ

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Medication discrepancies arising at care transitions are prevalent and are linked with adverse drug events and increased healthcare utilization. Evidence is lacking about which pharmacy-supported interventions at care transitions are most effective for both the patient and the healthcare system. Aim of the ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Cebron Lipovec N,Zerovnik S,Kos M

更新日期：2019-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background There is a lack of data on the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) in community-dwelling older adults in China. Objective To assess the prevalence of potentially inappropriate medication in community dwelling older adults in China and to investigate risk factors associated with the us...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Huang Y,Zhang L,Huang X,Liu K,Yu Y,Xiao J

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：UNLABELLED:Background Controversy about the introduction of a non-dispensing pharmacist in primary care practice hampers implementation. Objective The aim of this study is to systematically map the debate on this new role for pharmacists amongst all stakeholders to uncover and understand the controversy and consensus. ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Hazen AC,Wal AW,Sloeserwij VM,Zwart DL,Gier JJ,Wit NJ,Leendertse AJ,Bouvy ML,Bont AA

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Oral treatment in women with breast cancer has been increasingly used. However, a potentially negative side of oral medication is poor patient adherence and/or discontinuation, which reduces the treatment effectiveness, accelerating progression of the disease and reducing the patient survival rate. AIM OF T...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Ayres LR,Baldoni Ade O,Borges AP,Pereira LR

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background There are two fundamental approaches to clinical reasoning, intuitive and analytical. These approaches have yet to be well explored to describe how pharmacists make decisions to determine medication appropriateness. Objective (1) to identify the cognitive actions (i.e., operators) that pharmacists employ wh...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Nusair MB,Cor MK,Roduta Roberts M,Guirguis LM

更新日期：2019-12-01 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 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：BACKGROUND:In Qatar, home diagnostic tests are available over the counter in community pharmacies. While possibly beneficial, these tests have the potential for harm if they are used in the absence of pharmacist counseling. OBJECTIVES:To determine the public views, level of awareness and use of home diagnostic tests a...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： El Hajj MS,El-Ajez RH,Al-Ismail MS,Sawaftah DM

更新日期：2012-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Due to recent EU warnings and restrictions on the combined use of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS)-acting agents, and the seriousness of the associated harm, we analyzed the prescription of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs) and angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) as dual therapy o...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Farcas A,Leucuta D,Bucsa C,Mogosan C,Dumitrascu D

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Off-label prescribing is prevalent in healthcare. There is a lack of understanding of pharmacists' attitudes toward the practice of off-label prescribing, especially those that are prescribed for other indications than approved ones (termed as indication-based off-label prescribing). Objective Explore hospi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Basak R,McCaffrey DJ 3rd

更新日期：2018-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Research conducted in Jordan has shown that suboptimal use of medications by outpatients along with the suboptimal role played by community pharmacists is currently a big dilemma highlighting the need for the Home Medication Review (HMR) service in the country. OBJECTIVES:To evaluate the prevalence and type...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Basheti IA,Qunaibi EA,Bulatova NR,Samara S,AbuRuz S

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Drug safety has major implications for patients' lives. However, this concept is still considered new to some healthcare professionals. OBJECTIVE:This study aims to investigate the knowledge and awareness of Saudi healthcare professionals to pharmacovigilance (PV). Setting Governmental and private hospitals...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Alshammari TM,Alamri KK,Ghawa YA,Alohali NF,Abualkol SA,Aljadhey HS

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Both clinical pharmacists and computerized physician order entry systems with clinical decision support (CPOE/CDSS) can reduce drug-related problems (DRPs). However, the contribution of a clinical pharmacist in addition to CPOE/CDSS has not been established in a prospective study. OBJECTIVE:To determine whi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Zaal RJ,Jansen MM,Duisenberg-van Essenberg M,Tijssen CC,Roukema JA,van den Bemt PM

更新日期：2013-10-01 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 In most scenarios, anaesthesiologists titrate opioids to control nociceptive surgical stress based on intraoperative haemodynamic changes. Remifentanil was reported to cause more profound cardiovascular depression than sufentanil. A concern is that this direct cardiovascular depression might counteract the ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Liu YH,Hu XB,Yang XM,Wang YW,Deng M

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Standard of care therapy (SOCT) for the treatment of methicillin susceptible staphylococcal aureus (MSSA) infections requires multiple daily infusions. Despite questionable efficacy due to high protein binding, ceftriaxone (CTX) is frequently used for treatment of MSSA at Hines VA Hospital. OBJECTIVE:The ob...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Patel UC,McKissic EL,Kasper D,Lentino JR,Pachucki CT,Lee T,Lopansri BK

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic pain has become one of the most prevalent problems in primary care. The management of chronic pain is complex and often requires a multidisciplinary approach. The limited capacity of general practitioners to manage chronic pain and long waiting time for secondary care referrals further add to the complexity of...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Hadi MA,Alldred DP,Briggs M,Closs SJ

更新日期：2012-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：CASE:We report a 32-year old relapse case of Visceral leishmaniasis, treated with Paromomycin who belonged from a endemic zone of Bihar state, India. After confirmation, he was treated with Amphotericin B, followed by Liposomal Amphotericin B in full course and even in higher dose. But after each therapy, the patient e...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Kumar N,Sinha PK,Pandey K,Verma N,Lal CS,Ranjan A,Verma RB,Das P

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background The direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) offer several advantages over warfarin in the management atrial fibrillation, including the provision of fixed dosing without a requirement for regular monitoring. Recently however the subject of DOAC monitoring has been probed after several post-hoc analyses demonstra...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Mourad AP,Aslani P,D'Souza M,Brieger D

更新日期：2019-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Half of Americans experience mental illness during their lifetime. Significant opportunity exists for community pharmacists to deliver services to these patients; however, personal and practice-related barriers may prevent full engagement. Objective To assess the demographics, practice characteristics, serv...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Giannetti V,Caley CF,Kamal KM,Covvey JR,McKee J,Wells BG,Najarian DM,Dunn TJ,Vadagam P

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00