abstract：BACKGROUND:Possessing correct therapeutic information on oral contraceptives is an important prerequisite for the provision of sound advice to women who are using these products. OBJECTIVES:This study examines Egyptian pharmacists' knowledge of pharmacotherapeutic aspects of oral contraceptives as well as interest in ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Amin ME

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:A quick CYP2C19*2 genotyping assay can be useful in personalised antiplatelet-therapy. OBJECTIVE:To apply a rapid point-of-care (POC) CYP2C19*2 genotyping assay for personalisation of antiplatelet therapy in patients undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and to compare this POC assay to two la...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Wirth F,Zahra G,Xuereb RG,Barbara C,Fenech A,Azzopardi LM

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Replacement therapy in haemophilia plays an important role in the effective management of this rare bleeding disorder and requires a high level of knowledge and practical skills. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate and to compare the knowledge and skills about the medicines and their management among people with haemophi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Novais T,Duclos A,Varin R,Lopez I,Chamouard V

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Generic uptake will increasingly be promoted by governments in the face of increasing healthcare costs and global economic uncertainties. OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to investigate attitudes towards generic substitution among community pharmacists, with a focus on the perception of the efficacy,...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Drozdowska A,Hermanowski T

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Responsible self-medication is an integral part of the health system that consists of community pharmacists counseling patients on treating minor illness using non-prescription medications. Systems for properly managing information can assist disease identification and clinical decision-making. OBJECTIVE:To...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： da Rocha CE,Lessa FA,Venceslau DO,Sakuraba CS,Barros IM,de Lyra DP Jr

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) represent a major health care problem. OBJECTIVE:To identify the most common ADRs, drugs implicated in ADRs, and to assess their causality, severity, preventability and risk factors predisposing to reported ADRs in Jordan. SETTING:Al-Karak teaching hospital, southern of Jordan...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Alsbou M,Alzubiedi S,Alzobi H,Samhadanah NA,Alsaraireh Y,Alrawashdeh O,Aqel A,Al-Salem K

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Bleeding complications have been frequently reported in East Asian patients on warfarin with a target international normalized ratio (INR) of 2.0-3.0. OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to identify the optimal therapeutic range of the INR in Korean patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). Setting Card...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Chung JE,Choi YR,Seong JM,La HO,Gwak HS

更新日期：2015-12-01 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:In end-of-life care, symptoms of discomfort are mainly managed by drug therapy, the guidelines for which are mainly based on expert opinions. A few papers have inventoried drug prescriptions in palliative care settings, but none has reported the frequency of use in combination with doses and route of adminis...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Masman AD,van Dijk M,Tibboel D,Baar FP,Mathôt RA

更新日期：2015-10-01 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:Information on the use of ankylosing spondylitis (AS) therapies in clinical practice is a key factor in decision making, as more efficient treatments may involve substantial savings while maintaining the clinical benefits for the patient. OBJECTIVE:To assess the mean annual doses and associated costs of the...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Escudero-Vilaplana V,Ramírez-Herráiz E,Alañón-Plaza E,Trovato-López N,García-Vicuña R,Carreño-Pérez L,Morell-Baladrón A,Sanjurjo-Sáez M

更新日期：2015-10-01 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: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：:It is widely acknowledged that patients-particularly those late in life-are frequently exposed to the harms of medication. To minimize these harms, several frameworks have been developed by which prescribing can be optimized. In the context of diminishing life expectancy, these frameworks can be used to reduce medicat...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Todd A,Holmes HM

更新日期：2015-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Older patients receiving home health care are particularly at risk of receiving potentially inappropriate medications compared to community-dwelling population. Data on appropriateness of prescribing in these patients is limited. OBJECTIVE:To investigate the prevalence, patterns and determinants of potentia...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Alhmoud E,Khalifa S,Bahi AA

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:There has been little research which specifically examines medicine use among South Asian (SA) and Middle Eastern (ME) groups, although evidence suggests that medicine-related needs may be poorly met for these groups. OBJECTIVE:To describe medicine-related problems (MRPs) experienced by SA and ME patients f...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Alhomoud F,Dhillon S,Aslanpour Z,Smith F

更新日期：2015-08-01 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 growth of pharmaceutical expenditure and patients' out of pocket has motivated policy makers to encourage patients to substitution of brands medicines with their generic alternatives called generic substitution. OBJECTIVES:As the patients are final decision makers to accept generic substitution, the aim...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Yousefi N,Mehralian G,Peiravian F,NourMohammadi S

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In Europe, parenteral nutrition is often used after radical cystectomy to avoid postoperative malnourishment. To the best of our knowledge, however, there is a paucity of data to conclude on the best modality for delivering nutritional support to this patient group. OBJECTIVE:The parenteral nutrition policy...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Declercq P,De Win G,Van der Aa F,Beels E,Van der Linden L,Van Poppel H,Willems L,Spriet I

更新日期：2015-04-01 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：BACKGROUND:Unsafe storage of unused medications at home leads to an increased risk of toxicity, accidental childhood poisoning or risk for suicide, whereas an improper disposal of unwanted/expired medications from household raises concern about environmental pollution. OBJECTIVE:The aim of the study was to characteriz...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Gracia-Vásquez SL,Ramírez-Lara E,Camacho-Mora IA,Cantú-Cárdenas LG,Gracia-Vásquez YA,Esquivel-Ferriño PC,Ramírez-Cabrera MA,Gonzalez-Barranco P

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Patients with advanced cancers are at high risk for bone metastases, which accelerate bone resorption and skeletal complications. Therefore, bisphosphonates, which are strong inhibitors of bone resorption, are widely used to prevent pathological fractures, pain and tumour-induced hypercalcaemia. Intravenous ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Attivi D,Kosmalski G,Zeghmouli C,Gibaud S

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Neonatal and paediatric patients are especially vulnerable to serious injury as a result of medication errors due to their small size, physiological immaturity and limited compensatory abilities. The prescription chart remains an essential form of communication of prescribing decisions and instructions. Modi...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Cassar Flores A,Marshall S,Cordina M

更新日期：2014-12-01 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: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：BACKGROUND:Patients at risk of falling are regularly prescribed medicines which increase falls risk. Medication review is a widely advocated risk reduction strategy. OBJECTIVE:The objectives of this descriptive study were to determine the number and types of falls risk medicines suitable for intervention, and to devel...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Browne C,Kingston C,Keane C

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Background Drug related problems (DRPs) are frequent and cause suffering for patients and substantial costs for society. Multi-dose drug dispensing (MDDD) is a service by which patients receive their medication packed in bags with one unit for each dose occasion. The clinical decision support system (CDSS) electronic ...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Tora H,Bo H,Bodil L,Göran P,Birgit E

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Practice-based networks can serve as effective mechanisms for the development of the profession of pharmacists, on the one hand by supporting student internships and on the other hand by collection of research data and implementation of research outcomes among public health practice settings. This paper presents the c...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Koster ES,Blom L,Philbert D,Rump W,Bouvy ML

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The prevalence of diabetes in Jordan is among the highest in the world, making it a particularly alarming health problem there. It has been indicated that poor adherence to the prescribed therapy lead to poor glycemic control and enhance the development of diabetes complications and unnecessary hospitalizati...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Jarab AS,Almrayat R,Alqudah S,Thehairat E,Mukattash TL,Khdour M,Pinto S

更新日期：2014-08-01 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:There can be a lack of transfer of information between hospitals and community pharmacies following patient discharge, which puts patients at a high risk of suffering drug related problems (DRPs). Community pharmacy plays a vital role in identifying and solving these discharge DRPs and taking action before t...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Braund R,Coulter CV,Bodington AJ,Giles LM,Greig AM,Heaslip LJ,Marshall BJ

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For patients accessing specialist palliative care day services, medication is prescribed routinely to manage acute symptoms, treat long-term conditions or prevent adverse events associated with these conditions. As such, the pharmacotherapeutic burden for these patients is high and polypharmacy is common. Co...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Todd A,Nazar H,Pearson H,Andrew L,Baker L,Husband A

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Smoking cessation represents one of the best means of preventing smoking-related complications. In recent years, a majority of hospitals have implemented smoke-free policies, making support for smoker patients a necessary and indispensable task. The clinical pharmacist is well-positioned to provide this kind...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Dobrinas M,Blanc AL,Rouiller F,Christen G,Coronado M,Tagan D,Schäli C

更新日期：2014-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Complete control of emesis during chemotherapy remains to be achieved. This could be improved by increasing adherence to medicines and recommendations. OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to analyse the effects of pharmaceutical care on the incidence of delayed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Caracuel F,Baños Ú,Herrera MD,Ramírez G,Muñoz N

更新日期：2014-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Medication discrepancies may occur at transitions in care and negatively impact patient outcomes. OBJECTIVE:To determine if involving clinical pharmacists in hospital care, medication reconciliation and discharge medication plan communication can reduce medication discrepancies with a prospective, randomize...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Farley TM,Shelsky C,Powell S,Farris KB,Carter BL

更新日期：2014-04-01 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：:It is well known that patient adherence to appropriately prescribed medications is essential for treatment efficacy and positive therapeutic outcomes. It is also understood that patients who are prescribed medications do not necessarily take them as prescribed. Indeed, variation in patients' medication-taking is an ag...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Ahmed R,Aslani P

更新日期：2014-02-01 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 Medication adherence is a multifaceted issue that is influenced by various factors. One factor may be the concurrent use of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines. The use of OTC medicine has been reported as common amongst elderly patients. Objective To determine if a correlation exists between the use of OTC me...

journal_title：International journal of clinical pharmacy

authors： Olesen C,Harbig P,Barat I,Damsgaard EM

更新日期：2013-10-12 00:00:00