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The role of on-site pharmacist in residential aged care facilities: findings from the PiRACF study
ConclusionOSPs successfully performed a wide range of clinical activities aimed both at improving residents ’ medication regimens, and organisational-level quality improvement. The OSP model presents an opportunity for pharmacists to enhance medication management in the residential aged care setting.Trial registration The trial was registered with the Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ANZCTR) (ACTRN: ACTRN12620000430932) on April 1, 2020 (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - July 3, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

The use of technology to improve medication adherence in heart failure patients: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials
ConclusionIt is observable that there is limited evidence for using technology to improve medication adherence in heart failure patients. Further studies with larger study populations and validated self-reporting methods for medication adherence are required. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 29, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Correction: Obtaining medication histories via telepharmacy: an observational study
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Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 27, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Medication use and factors associated with opiate use among patients with diagnosed fibromyalgia from two ethnic sectors in southern Israel
ConclusionsThe study showed underdiagnosis of FM in the minority Arab ethnicity. Female Arab FM patients in low or high, compared to middle socio-economic status, were a risk group for excess opiate use. Increased use of opiates and very low rate of purchase of recommended drugs point to a lack of effectiveness of these drugs. Future research should assess whether the treatment of treatable factors can reduce the dangerous use of opiates. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 26, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Maximizing the benefits of using biosimilars in Egypt
ConclusionsA summarized national framework policy recommendation for biosimilars was created by local experts from the main public healthcare entities in Egypt. These recommendations coincide with the international policies adopted across different countries that aim to improve patient access while sustaining health expenditure. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 26, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

The specialized competency framework for community pharmacists (SCF-CP) in Lebanon: validation and evaluation of the revised version
ConclusionOur findings could demonstrate that the Lebanese specialized competency framework is a valid and reliable tool. This framework could help assess the minimum competencies that community pharmacists should possess or acquire and direct initial and continuing education for better practice. Hence, it could be adopted by the authorities and implemented in the Lebanese community pharmacy setting. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 21, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Bridging the gap in knowledge and use of antibiotics among pediatric caregivers: comparing two educational interventions
ConclusionsMany pediatric caregivers had poor knowledge on antibiotics and use which improved significantly after education. One-on-one education has more impact than group education. Pharmacists and other healthcare professionals can use counseling opportunity to inform caregivers on appropriate knowledge and use of antibiotics consistently to change behavior. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Self-medication practices among pregnant women in Ethiopia
ConclusionSelf-medication was highly prevalent among pregnant women in the study setting and result indicates need for critical action. Younger rural women with a history of self-medication use should be provided counselling to find a prescription medication, and measures are needed to minimize self-medication related harm in pregnant women. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Equipping pharmacists for delivering pharmaceutical care to seniors: a qualitative systematic review of Asian seniors ’ social support
ConclusionThis study reviews the available social support for seniors and highlights its importance for pharmacists. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 19, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

From promise to practice: a guide to developing pooled procurement mechanisms for medicines and vaccines
ConclusionsPooled procurement mechanisms evolve over time. Setting up such mechanisms is a collaborative process that relies on intentional efforts by key actors involved. To increase the lifespan of pooled procurement mechanisms, key actors need to sustain a relative alignment of goals, needs, motivations and purpose of the mechanism throughout its entire life cycle. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 14, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Following the COVID-19 playbook and battling another infodemic: conspiracy beliefs around human monkeypox among the Lebanese population
ConclusionsThe widespread extent of conspiracy beliefs endorsement regarding MPX among the Lebanese population urged the policymakers to find ways to reduce people ’s reliance on these theories. Future studies exploring the harmful impacts of conspiracy beliefs on health behaviors are recommended. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 13, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

An evaluation of the Australian Community Pharmacy Agreement from a public policy perspective: industry policy cloaked as health policy?
ConclusionsThe Agreements can be characterised predominantly as industry policy benefiting pharmacy owners, rather than health policy. An emerging issue is whether incremental change will continue to be an adequate policy response to the social, political, and technological changes that are affecting health care, or whether policy disruption is likely to arise. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 12, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Obtaining medication histories via telepharmacy: an observational study
ConclusionsTelepharmacy represents a reliable and time-efficient alternative to in-person BPMHs. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 8, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Determinants of adverse reactions to first-line antitubercular medicines: a prospective cohort study
ConclusionSignificant risk factors for developing antitubercular drug adverse reactions include alcohol consumption, cigarette smoking, being HIV positive, female gender and extrapulmonary tuberculosis. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - June 8, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research

Oral emergency contraception practices of community pharmacies: a mystery caller study in the capital of Germany, Berlin
ConclusionsBerlin CPs support access through high immediate availability, especially to UPA preparations. However, access is hampered by high absolute price ranges of both UPA and LNG preparations, which could ideally be minimized by a comparison app. It is positive that CPs promote the benefits of UPA preparations by recommending them noticeably more often than LNG preparations. However, there are deficiencies in giving advice, so there is a need to raise awareness among pharmacy staff to ensure “adequate” counseling in advance over the phone. (Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice)
Source: Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice - May 26, 2023 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: research