Cost-effectiveness analysis of nivolumab versus placebo for relapsed malignant mesothelioma
ConclusionFrom the perspective of the Chinese healthcare system, nivolumab was not as cost-effective as placebo for relapsed malignant mesothelioma. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Managing delayed or missed pregabalin doses in patients with focal epilepsy: a Monte Carlo simulation study
ConclusionModel-based simulations provided quantitative evidence for the effectiveness and feasibility of remedial strategies for missed or delayed pregabalin doses. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Scope, content and quality of clinical pharmacy practice guidelines: a systematic review
ConclusionClinical pharmacy guidelines development processes need to focus on all quality domains and should take a systematic approach to guideline development. Guidelines need to further emphasise person-centred care and clinical communication. There is a scope to harmonise the guidelines internationally considering the diverse practices, standards and legislations across different geographies. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Cost-effectiveness analysis of nivolumab versus placebo for relapsed malignant mesothelioma
ConclusionFrom the perspective of the Chinese healthcare system, nivolumab was not as cost-effective as placebo for relapsed malignant mesothelioma. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Managing delayed or missed pregabalin doses in patients with focal epilepsy: a Monte Carlo simulation study
ConclusionModel-based simulations provided quantitative evidence for the effectiveness and feasibility of remedial strategies for missed or delayed pregabalin doses. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Scope, content and quality of clinical pharmacy practice guidelines: a systematic review
ConclusionClinical pharmacy guidelines development processes need to focus on all quality domains and should take a systematic approach to guideline development. Guidelines need to further emphasise person-centred care and clinical communication. There is a scope to harmonise the guidelines internationally considering the diverse practices, standards and legislations across different geographies. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 22, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Correction: Abstracts 13th PCNE Working Conference ‘‘Pharmacies’ new roles in pharmaceutical care: bridging research and practice’’
(Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 18, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Implementation of a national system for best practice delivery of paediatric infusions
ConclusionStrategic planning and collaboration can standardise infusion practices. The CHI drug library has been approved as a National Standard of Care, with implementation continuing. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 16, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

A quality improvement study of the implementation and initial results of a pragmatic clinical decision support system in the community pharmacy setting
ConclusionPharmacists ’ acceptance of the developed rules was high and coincided with a decline in drug-related problems, holding potential public health impact. This real-world data can inform the future implementation of such systems, as it demonstrated the need for more detailed data-gathering and more intensive tr aining of pharmacists in the handling of more complex problems such as QT prolongation. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 14, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

Author Correction: Overview of this issue: “clinical pharmacy impacting mental health delivery and outcomes”
(Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 10, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research

A quality improvement study on the effect of electronic transmission of a basic discharge medication report on medication discrepancies in patients discharged from the hospital
ConclusionThe electronic transmission of the basic discharge medication report reduced the proportion of drugs with an unintentional discrepancy after discharge, but not the proportion of patients. (Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy)
Source: International Journal of Clinical Pharmacy - November 7, 2023 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research