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Factors influencing pharmacists' participation in continuing education activities in the United Arab Emirates: insights and implications from a cross-sectional study
ConclusionsThis study is the first to explore pharmacists ’ predictors of attending different CPD activities. These predictors are gender, age, marital status, experience since graduation, working hours, family barriers, work responsibilities, interest in the presentation topic, and the long travel distance to the site. These findings suggest that pharma cists have unique challenges and motivations regarding continuing education and that tailored approaches may be necessary to encourage participation. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - October 2, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Implications of the South African National Drug Policy on prescribing patterns: a case study of the Limpopo province
ConclusionsThere is an increased potential for drug-drug and adverse reactions with the increased number of prescribed medicines; however, the patient's clinical needs may warrant using multiple medicines. There is a need for generic prescribing to reduce medicine expenditure. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - October 2, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

MyDispense simulation in pharmacy education: a scoping review
ConclusionThe scoping review found that MyDispense was mostly used to support education and student skill development. These findings can be used to support pharmacy educators globally on the various uses and applications of MyDispense in their teaching. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 28, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Outpatients satisfaction and perceptions toward pharmaceutical services in public and private hospitals in Palestine: a cross-sectional study
ConclusionsPatient satisfaction with pharmaceutical care services could be enhanced by involving pharmacists in patient-oriented training and informing patients about the role of pharmacists. Patient satisfaction in the evening shift might be improved by establishing a system for continuous evaluation and improvement of pharmaceutical care services in hospitals to ensure the highest quality of care for patients in addition to implementing technology such as electronic prescribing and medication management systems that can improve the accuracy and efficiency of pharmaceutical services in hospitals. (Source: Journal of Pharm...
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 28, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Pipeline progress and portfolio management of the top 30 pharma companies over the past two decades
The objective of this study was to give a broad overview of study durations of the clinical trials from the top 30 pharmaceutical companies worldwide and to investigate what could possibly impact these study durations (e.g., indication areas, companies themselves, etc.) We worked with the clinicaltrials.gov database to examine the pipeline (phase 1 –3) and portfolio (after regulatory approval) of the top 30 pharma companies worldwide over 20 years (from 2000–2020). We further calculated the study duration of each clinical study as the difference between the start date and end date. To analyze changes in our measure we...
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 28, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Assessment of public knowledge and attitude toward antibiotics use and resistance: a community pharmacy-based survey
ConclusionsThe study established that sociodemographic factors could impact community pharmacy clients' knowledge and attitude toward antibiotic use and resistance and should be considered when developing policies to curb the spread of resistant microbes. Community pharmacies should educate community pharmacy clients on the dangers associated with the misuse of antibiotics with stringent antibiotic stewardship programs and restrict access to antibiotics over-the-counter. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 28, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Factors influencing pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists ’ membership in professional organisations: an international survey
ConclusionsUnderstanding the perceptions and needs, as well as factors that influence engagement of pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists is the key to enhancing membership. Professional organisations are highly encouraged to strengthen and target activities according to the identified motivators and barriers. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 25, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Study of assessment of knowledge and understanding for coping with sick days among patients with diabetes in community pharmacy: a cluster randomized controlled trial (SAKURA trial)
ConclusionsAccording to patients ’ responses, sick-day education using teaching materials improved patient knowledge. This may help patients and their caregivers cope with sick days appropriately through medication dose adjustment and fluid intake.Research registration number: UMIN000043161 (February 1, 2021),https://center6.umin.ac.jp/cgi-open-bin/ctr/ctr.cgifunction=brows&action=brows&recptno=R000048124&type=summary&language=J (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 25, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of combination therapy versus monotherapy in malignant melanoma
ConclusionCombination therapy is more effective compared to monotherapy. While combined ICIs are cost-effective compared to monotherapy, this is not the case for the combination of BRAF and MEK inhibitors. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 25, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Impact of COVID-19 on the supply chain of essential health commodities: a mixed method study, in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
ConclusionsCOVID-19 led to shortage, increased prices and delayed delivery of essential health commodities. This might happen in the future whenever unexpected crises causing disruption in the supply chain occur underscoring the need for the country preparedness measures. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 22, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Knowledge, attitude and perceptions of pharmacists regarding renal dose adjustment among chronic kidney disease patients in Pakistan
ConclusionsThe study underscores the importance of instituting targeted training programs for pharmacists, ensuring access to dependable resources, and promoting research and results dissemination in the realm of renal pharmacotherapy to enhance public health outcomes. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - September 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Evaluating healthcare professionals ’ perceptions of dispensing separation and sale of pharmacy medicine in Brunei Darussalam
ConclusionThe study underscores the necessity for more patient-centered care in community pharmacies in Brunei Darussalam. The country ’s healthcare professionals should recognize the potential advantages of expanding pharmacy services. However, to implement these services successfully, regulatory restrictions and infrastructure limitations must be addressed. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - August 24, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Medication supply chain resilience during disasters: exploration of causes, strategies, and consequences applying Strauss and Corbin's approach to the grounded theory
Conclusions"Waste of time and resources ” during disasters can be considered the main determinant that can damage the resilience of the medication supply chain. Policymakers need to seek applied strategies for decreasing waste. Socio-cultural interventions, preparedness of information infrastructures and coordination among the stewards and the community during disasters can help the supply chain preserve its resilience and act more effectively. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - August 10, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

A qualitative assessment of the adverse effects associated with COVID-19 vaccines: a study from Jordan
ConclusionsThis study found that the majority of participants believed in the safety of the COVID-19 vaccines and emphasized the responsibility of the healthcare providers in increasing awareness among the population about the importance of the vaccines. Enhancing such awareness is essential to improve the acceptance of receiving different types of vaccines. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - August 10, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Acute coronary syndrome and its treatment outcomes in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis
ConclusionThe rate of in-hospital mortality is still high which was higher in patients with STEMI. Initiation of treatment must consider the heterogeneity of each patient ’s risk factor and reperfusion therapy should be implemented in our setting. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - August 7, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research