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Issue Information
Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research, Volume 11, Issue 3, Page 193-194, September 2020. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - August 3, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Issue Information Source Type: research

The drug situation in lesser developed countries
Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research, Volume 11, Issue 3, Page 195-196, September 2020. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - August 3, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Albert I. Wertheimer Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Investigating prescribing errors in the emergency department of a large governmental hospital in Jordan
ConclusionA national approach for observing, intervening on and correcting PEs is necessary to improve patient safety. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - August 3, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Derar H. Abdel ‐Qader, Ahmad Z. Al Meslamani, Asma' A. El‐Shara', Najlaa Saadi Ismael, Abdullah Albassam, Penny J. Lewis, Salim Hamadi, Nadia Al Mazrouei, Osama Mohamed Ibrahim Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Health expenditure and health services utilization comparison of patients with type 2 diabetes on sodium –glucose cotransporter‐2 inhibitors versus dipeptidyl peptidase‐4 inhibitors: evidence from 2015 to 2016 medical expenditure panel survey
ConclusionSGLT2 inhibitors were associated with significantly higher overall and prescription expenditures compared to DPP4 inhibitors during the study period evaluated. Future studies need to utilize administrative claims data to assess current comparativeness effectiveness trends. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 20, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Pranav M. Patel, Varun Vaidya Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

The pharmacists' contribution against opioid addiction
ConclusionsWhile opioid addiction occurs from numerous sources, the partial elimination of opioid prescriptions by pharmacists could possibly reduce in some modest way the total number of persons exposed to opioids. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 12, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Albert I. Wertheimer, Leanne Lai Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Cost analysis and utilization of antihypertensive drug therapy in Saudi Arabia
ConclusionOur study suggested that the prescription pattern of drugs used for the treatment of hypertension adhered with the JNC 8 guidelines. Monotherapy was reliably more recommended in the initial stages of hypertension. Higher percentage of patients (78.32%) was found to be on monotherapy. The Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) has overwhelmed for fixation of prices of drugs. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 11, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Mohammad Daud Ali Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Use and non ‐use of a nationwide patient portal – a survey among pharmacy customers
ConclusionsMost Finnish pharmacy customers use the My Kanta nationwide patient portal. The strongest predictors for use are factors related to internet use. Some pharmacy customers do not use My Kanta despite having the necessary means. The main reason for non ‐use is a lack of need. Customers unable to use My Kanta want to monitor their medication and health information via healthcare professionals. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 11, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Maria S ääskilahti, Emma Aarnio, Elina Lämsä, Riitta Ahonen, Johanna Timonen Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

A retrospective study on prescribing pattern and cost analysis of proton ‐pump inhibitors used among adults of Saudi Arabia
ConclusionIn our study, among all the PPIs Pantoprazole was prescribed to the highest number of patients also it was costliest; hence, their safe and effective use must be warranted. Current study will also help in to develop nation database regarding utilization of proton ‐pump inhibitors. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 11, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Mohammad Daud Ali, Ayaz Ahmad Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Critical Appraisal of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for the Management of Dyslipidaemias: Lipid Modification to Reduce Cardiovascular Risk: European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and European Atherosclerosis Society (ESC/EAS) 2019 Guidelines
ConclusionThe guideline ’s overall quality was judged to be high, and all appraisers recommended its use in practice without modifications. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 11, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Eman N. Alhmoud, Raja Barazi, Amr Fahmi, Abdullah Abdu, Alya Higazy, Maguy ElHajj Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research

Cost ‐effectiveness analysis of olanzapine and risperidone in schizophrenic patients in the Indian healthcare settings of Andhra Pradesh, India
ConclusionThe results showed that olanzapine was a cost ‐effective drug and an alternative to risperidone in the Indian healthcare settings. With further revision and validation, the cost‐effectiveness outcome of olanzapine and risperidone can be used to inform any comprehensive healthcare financing mechanism in Indian healthcare settings. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 1, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Yeddula Praveena, Karanam Hema Sandhya, G. Manoj Ram, Bhuvan K C, Kudipudi Harinadha Baba, Karimulla Shaik Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Health literacy and related health behaviour: a community ‐based cross‐sectional study from a developing country
ConclusionsHealth literacy was inadequate among Jordanians. Further research is required to assess the effect of inadequate HL on healthcare access and health outcomes. Health education programmes are required to improve HL particularly for patients with chronic diseases. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - July 1, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Reema A. Karasneh, Sayer I. Al ‐Azzam, Karem H. Alzoubi, Lana K. Rababah, Suhaib M. Muflih Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Academic detailing program for rheumatoid arthritis: a contribution to Brazilian public health system sustainability
ConclusionThe prescribers visited represent a large number of deferrals for the Specialized Component of Pharmaceutical Care (CEAF) drug applications. Therefore, the total amount spent on the implementation of this program and its potential for improving access to these medicines has the possibility to have a positive impact on the targeting of public expenditures and avoiding litigation against NHS. Academic detailing has the capability to become an effective strategy for PCDT dissemination and implementation. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - June 21, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Marcus Carvalho Borin, Adriana Maria Kakehasi, Jonathan Dartnell, Nelio Gomes Ribeiro Junior, Francisco de Assis Acurcio, Augusto Afonso Guerra Junior, Juliana Alvares ‐Teodoro Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Public perception of generic medicines in Malta
ConclusionsParticipants in this study exhibited a positive overall perception regarding generic medicines, demonstrating improvement in perception from a previous local study. The majority of participants were knowledgeable about generic medicines, had previously used generic medicines and would switch to a generic medicine if the originator product was not in stock. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - June 21, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Nicolette Sammut Bartolo, Louella Ignas, Francesca Wirth, Maresca Attard Pizzuto, Janis Vella Szijj, Liberato Camilleri, Anthony Serracino ‐Inglott, Lilian M. Azzopardi Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research

Risk management in community pharmacy practice in Abu Dhabi Region: a cross ‐sectional study
ConclusionsDifferent types of clinical and non ‐clinical risk in pharmacy practice were identified, and risk mitigation techniques were proposed. A positive attitude of community pharmacists was observed towards identifies risks and on the suggested mitigation techniques. It is necessary to publish a universally referenced validated risk facto r list for evaluating current risk management plans to maintain safe pharmacy practices and include management courses within pharmacy curriculum. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - June 14, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Reham Abu Hagar, Faris El ‐Dahiyat, Ghaleb El Refae Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Public knowledge about dosage forms, routes of drug administration and medication proper storage conditions in Riyadh District, Saudi Arabia
ConclusionThe study findings demonstrated the need to educate the public about basic information related to different dosage forms of medications. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Health Services Research - May 21, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Mohammad Hailat, Ramadan I. Al ‐Shdefat, Suhaib M. Muflih, Nehad Ahmed, Omar Attarabeen, Fadi M. Alkhateeb, Osaid Al Meanazel, Ezeddin Salem Gassar Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research