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Detection of prescription errors by a unit-based clinical pharmacist in a nephrology wardEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: presence of a clinical pharmacist at the nephrology ward helps in early detection of prescription errors, and therefore potential prevention of negative consequences due to drug administration. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9341-9Authors Ghazal Vessal, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy Shiraz Iran Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Development of a qualitative exploratory case study research method to explore sustained delivery of cognitive servicesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The developed qualitative exploratory multi-case study research method was satisfactory with regard to achieving nuanced and in-depth results of some relationships between structural and process elements of provision of cognitive services. The research method can be considered an important supplement to the existing literature on the sustainability of cognitive services. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9337-5Authors Susanne Kaae, University of Copenhagen Institute of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy, Section for Social Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 13, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Medications collected for disposal by outreach pharmacists in AustraliaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Outreach pharmacists are in a good position to collect unnecessary medications, and to educate patients on the prudent use of government subsidy of medications. The economic ramification of medication disposal is significant, in terms of the cost of medications that end up not being used. Cardiovascular medications are the main group that end up being wasted, and is among the most expensive to subsidize. Further studies are needed to examine ways of minimising medication waste and reducing the cost of such wastage. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9340-xAuthors ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 13, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Coronary heart disease risk screening: the community pharmacy Healthy Heart Assessment ServiceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions People from ‘hard-to-reach’ sectors of the population, men and people from less advantaged communities, accessed the HHA service and were more likely to return moderate-to-high CHD risk. Pharmacists prioritised provision of lifestyle information above the sale of a product. Our study supports the notion that pharmacies can serve as suitable environments for the delivery of similar screening services. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short Research ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9338-4Authors Parastou Donyai, University of Reading Reading School of Pharmacy Berkshire RG6 6AP UKMelandi Van den Berg,...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 7, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Clinical pharmacy services in an Iranian teaching hospital: a descriptive studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions These results support the importance of clinical pharmacists’ participation in health care team rounds to improve the overall quality of medication therapy, enhance patient care and outcome and reduce drug costs to patients and society. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9336-6Authors Simin Dashti-Khavidaki, Tehran University of Medical Sciences Clinical Pharmacy, Department of Nephrology, Imam Hospital Tehran IranHossein Khalili, Tehran University of Medical Sciences Clinical Pharmacy, Department of Infectious Disease, Imam Hospital, School of Pharmacy P.O. Box ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 6, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

A qualitative glimpse at pharmaceutical care practiceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract This manuscript presents an argument for a broader use of qualitative methodologies to investigate the practice and the surroundings of pharmaceutical care. Albeit the use of qualitative research methods is growing in the health care field, it is still insufficient in the area of pharmaceutical care. Pharmaceutical care, as a patient-centered practice, calls for a more comprehensive and humanistic approach to research. It is our contention that the attempt to understand pharmaceutical care practice from the perspective of patients, pharmacists and other health care professionals, by means of using q...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - October 2, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Improvement of diabetes indices of care by a short pharmaceutical care programEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Our short-course pharmaceutical care program yielded measurable improvements in clinical indicators of diabetes and comorbidity management. The results suggest that the pharmacist is a beneficial key component of integrated care for patients with type 2 diabetes. We think that the positive results observed in this first reported pharmaceutical care program on diabetes in Turkey can be motivating and encouraging for all community pharmacists. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9333-9Authors Mertkan Turnacilar, Marmara University Clinical Pharmacy Department, Facult...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 24, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Prescribing errors during hospital inpatient care: factors influencing identification by pharmacistsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Pharmacists routinely identify errors but increasing workload may reduce identification rates. Where resources are limited, they may be better spent on identifying and addressing errors immediately after admission to hospital. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9332-xAuthors Mary P. Tully, University of Manchester School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PT UKIain E. Buchan, University of Manchester Northwest Institute for BioHealth Informatics Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PT UK Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 15...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 24, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Pharmacy students’ attitudes toward pharmaceutical care in Riyadh region Saudi ArabiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Saudi pharmacy students in the study indicated favorable positive attitudes toward pharmaceutical care, and the attitude ratings were associated with age, sex and marital status. A nationwide survey including all pharmacy faculties would provide further evidence. The validity of PCAS needs cross validation in Saudi Arabia. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9331-yAuthors Mohamed Nasser Al-Arifi, King Saud University College of Pharmacy Riyadh Saudi Arabia Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 21, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Adolescents in Spain: use of medicines and adolescent lifestylesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions We noted an extensive use of medicines, especially OTC medicines, in adolescents, and an association with some personal and lifestyle factors. We conclude that prevention and early education of a responsible use of medicines should be a public health priority. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9324-xAuthors María Morales-Suárez-Varela, CIBER Epidemioloigía y Salud Pública (CIBERESP) Barcelona SpainAgustín Llopis-González, CIBER Epidemioloigía y Salud Pública (CIBERESP) Barcelona SpainFrancisco Caamaño-Isorna, CIBER Epidemioloigía y Salud Pública (CIBER...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 17, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Continuing education needs assessment of pharmacists in the United Arab EmiratesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Interactive workshops were recognized as the most favorable format for CE in this study, computer and internet-based formats were also ranked highly by participants followed by live-in person and printed material-based programs. Topics covering innovations in pharmacy practice and disease management were at the top of priorities for pharmacists who would also like to see more certificate programs be offered to them. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9330-zAuthors Sanah Hasan, Sharjah University Sharjah United Arab Emirates Journal Pharmacy World & Scienc...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Care of the stroke patient—communication between the community pharmacist and prescribers in the Republic of IrelandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The findings of this study indicated that community pharmacists perceive that there is room for improvement in the communication between themselves and prescribers in the primary and secondary care settings, concerning the care of the stroke patient. This highlights the need for the development of formal communication channels between community pharmacists and other members of the healthcare team involved in the care of the stroke patient. However, the challenges of communicating patient information across healthcare sectors are recognized. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Written medicine information in Australia, answer to the letter to the editorEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9328-6Authors Agnes Vitry, Sansom Institute, School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences, University of South Australia Quality Use of Medicines and Pharmacy Research Centre GPO Box 2471 Adelaide SA 5001 Australia Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Electronic reminders to improve medication adherence—are they acceptable to the patient?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Unintentional non-adherence to antidepressant medication exceeded 50% in this population. Electronic reminders, in this case text messages, were acceptable to approximately 60% of patients who reported being unintentionally non-adherent. Reasons for refusal of electronic reminders should be investigated as this will affect the applicability of this intervention. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short Research ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9327-7Authors Laura Sahm, University College Cork School of Pharmacy Cavanagh Pharmacy Building, College Road Cork Republic of IrelandAoife MacCurtain, University Col...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Paralytic ileus possibly associated with interaction between ritonavir/lopinavir and vincristineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion We speculate that an interaction between ritonavir/lopinavir and vincristine was responsible for this severe toxicity. Vincristine is transported by P-gp and is metabolized via CYP3A5. Ritonavir is a potent CYP3A5 isoenzyme and P-gp inhibitor. Lopinavir is also a P-gp inhibitor. Ritonavir and lopinavir might have delayed vincristine elimination. Clinicians should be aware of this possible interaction. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9323-yAuthors Dominique Levêque, Hôpital de Hautepierre Department of Pharmacy Pharmacology avenue Molière 67000 Strasbourg FranceRa...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Written medicine information in AustraliaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Letter to the EditorDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9329-5Authors Parisa Aslani, The University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Building A15 Sydney NSW 2006 Australia Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - September 16, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Investigating unused medications in New ZealandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions This study found that main reasons identified for patients having unwanted medications were ‘treatment changes’ and ‘expired’. Additionally respiratory medications contributed 20% of the costs associated with unused medications. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9325-9Authors Rhiannon Braund, University of Otago School of Pharmacy P.O. Box 913 Dunedin New ZealandGregory Gn, University of Otago School of Pharmacy P.O. Box 913 Dunedin New ZealandRobynne Matthews, University of Otago School of Pharmacy P.O. Box 913 Dunedin New Zealand Journal Pharmacy ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 25, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Change of initial oral antidiabetic therapy in type 2 diabetic patientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion In more than 40% of the patients a change in initial OAD-therapy is already observed in the first year of therapy. Maintaining patients on initial therapy remains a challenge. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short Research ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9321-0Authors Arian Plat, PHARMO Institute PO Box 85222 3508 AE Utrecht The NetherlandsFernie Penning-van Beest, PHARMO Institute PO Box 85222 3508 AE Utrecht The NetherlandsSophia Kessabi, Novartis Pharma AG Basel SwitzerlandMartijn Groot, Novartis Pharma B.V. Arnhem The NetherlandsRon Herings, PHARMO Institute Utrecht The Netherlands Journal Pha...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 19, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Professional ethics in pharmacy practice: developing a psychometric measure of moral reasoningEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory ErratumDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9320-1Authors Betty B. Chaar, University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Room N508-Bldg A15 Camperdown NSW 2006 AustraliaJoanne Brien, University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Room N508-Bldg A15 Camperdown NSW 2006 AustraliaInes Krass, University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Room N508-Bldg A15 Camperdown NSW 2006 Australia Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 12, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Prevention of wrong route errors in a pediatric hemato-oncology wardEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract Three consecutive wrong route administration errors are described in detail and the ease by which enteral preparations can be given by the wrong route is discussed. By introducing the use of purple oral liquid dispensers in our pediatric department, we hope to prevent and reduce the risk of similar medications errors in the future and to improve patients safety. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9319-7Authors Tiene Bauters, Ghent University Hospital Pharmacy Department De Pintelaan 185 9000 Ghent BelgiumJohan De Porre, Ghent University Hospital Department of Pe...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 9, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Organisational culture: an important concept for pharmacy practice researchEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract Throughout the developed world, community pharmacy is under considerable pressure to play a greater part in delivering effective primary health care. The requirement to adopt new roles continues to challenge community pharmacy and drive change. The factors that determine the ability of community pharmacy to effectively deliver services for health gain are complex and include; policy, professional, financial and structural elements. There is also evidence to suggest that organisational culture may influence the effectiveness of an organisation. In order to address this there is a need to understand t...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 7, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Changing Clostridium difficile infection testing and treatment trends at a large tertiary care teaching hospitalEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Increased rates of CDI testing and use of alternative therapies was observed at a time when the hypervirulent strain was first identified. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9316-xAuthors Miguel Salazar, St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital Houston TX 77030 USAKevin W. Garey, University of Houston College of Pharmacy Houston TX 77030 USAZhi-Dong Jiang, University of Texas School of Public Health Houston TX 77030 USAThanh Dao-Tran, St. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital Houston TX 77030 USAHerbert DuPont, University of Texas School of Public Health Houston TX 77030 USA Jo...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 5, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Effectiveness of a videoconference training course on implementing pharmacy servicesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Although participation in these courses was associated with higher steps in Rogers’ model, significant association appeared only with Persuasion/Decision steps and not with the Implementation/Confirmation step, reflecting an attitude but not a performance change. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9317-9Authors Elena Dualde, University of Valencia Department of Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy Valencia SpainMaria J. Faus, University of Granada Pharmaceutical Care Research Group Granada SpainFrancisco J. Santonja, Instituto de Matemática Multidisciplinar Universi...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - August 5, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Medication review and patient counselling at discharge from the hospital by community pharmacistsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Structured pharmaceutical care according to the IBOM-1 protocol led to more changes in drug therapy. Home visits resulted in the clearing of redundant home drug supplies. In addition, patients were highly satisfied with the counselling at discharge from hospital by their community pharmacist. Patient counselling at discharge from hospital by pharmacists, therefore, appears to be a meaningful pharmaceutical care activity. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9314-zAuthors J. G. Hugtenburg, VU University Medical Center Department of Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacy...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 31, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Pharmaceutical care for patients with ischemic stroke: improving the patients quality of lifeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Our findings indicate that an intensified PC of patients after ischemic stroke by dedicated pharmacists may have a positive impact on HQL and patients’ satisfaction. PC in this study had no impact on adherence to secondary prevention medication. Content Type Journal ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9315-yAuthors Carina Hohmann, Klinikum Fulda gAG Department of Pharmacy and Patient Counselling Pacelliallee 4 36043 Fulda GermanyJürgen M. Klotz, Klinikum Fulda gAG Department of Neurology Pacelliallee 4 36043 Fulda GermanyRoland Radziwill, Klinikum Fulda gAG Department of Pharmacy and Patient Counselling Pacel...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 25, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Development of an evidence-based checklist for the detection of drug related problems in type 2 diabetesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion This is the first tool developed specifically to detect potential DRPs in patients with type 2 diabetes. It was used to identify DRPs in a sample of type 2 diabetes patients and demonstrated the high prevalence of DRPs per patient. The checklist may assist pharmacists and other health care professionals to systematically identify issues in therapy and management of their type 2 diabetes patients and enable earlier intervention to improve metabolic control. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9312-1Authors Bob W. van Roozendaal, Utrecht University Department of Phar...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 25, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Measurement of patient satisfaction with community pharmacy services: a reviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion This review found that patient satisfaction has been measured within the community pharmacy context to a certain degree. Further research is needed to develop and test instruments based on theoretical frameworks, to test satisfaction pre and post hoc and in well designed randomized controlled trials and to measure changes in satisfaction over time. Novel approaches involving an understanding of expectations and preferences of patients and matching these to the services provided also need to be explored. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9311-2Authors Pradnya Naik P...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 9, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Acute hemolysis after receiving oxaliplatin treatment: a case report and literature reviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Oxaliplatin related hemolytic anemia is a rare reported phenomenon. Patient under oxaliplatin treatment presenting with sudden hemoglobin decrease should prompt further investigation of hemolysis. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Case ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9313-0Authors Jiun-I Lai, National Yang-Ming University Hospital Department of Medicine Yilan TaiwanWei-Shu Wang, National Yang-Ming University Hospital Department of Medicine Yilan Taiwan Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 9, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

An evaluation of the integration of standards and guidelines in community pharmacy practicesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion A lack of integration of practice standards indicated a need to review the standards for relevance. Additionally, pharmacists need to re-evaluate workflow models and the delegation of tasks in the light of new roles and responsibilities. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9309-9Authors H. Laetitia Hattingh, Griffith University School of Pharmacy, Griffith Health Gold Coast Campus Brisbane QLD 4222 AustraliaMichelle A. King, Griffith University School of Pharmacy, Griffith Health Gold Coast Campus Brisbane QLD 4222 AustraliaNerida A. Smith, Griffith University School...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 6, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Patient self-reporting of potential adverse drug reactions to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in ThailandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Thai out-patients were willing and able to complete questionnaires regarding potential ADRs. The questionnaire could form part of routine out-patient monitoring, aiding identification of ADRs, and may help to increase ADR reporting in Thailand. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9310-3Authors Narumol Jarernsiripornkul, Khon Kaen University Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Khon Kaen ThailandSudarat Chaisrisawadsuk, Khon Kaen University Department of Pharmacy Practice, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Khon Kaen ThailandAporanee Cha...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - July 6, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Current issues around the pharmacotherapy of ADHD in children and adultsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion Although pharmacotherapy is increasing common in the treatment of ADHD in both children and adults, there are still a lot of questions about side effects and how best to counter them. This suggests an important role for close monitoring of children and adults treated with stimulants or atomoxetine. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory CommentaryDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9302-3Authors Willemijn M. Meijer, PHARMO Institute P.O. Box 85222 3508 Utrecht The NetherlandsAdrianne Faber, SIR Institute for Pharmacy Practice and Policy Leiden The NetherlandsEls van den Ban, Altrecht, Division Child, Youth and Family Ut...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - June 29, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

EditorialEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory EditorialDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9308-xAuthors J. W. Foppe van Mil, Zuidlaren The Netherlands Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - June 26, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Impact of a computerized physician order entry system on compliance with prescription accuracy requirementsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The deployment of PreDiMed in two departments of internal medicine has led to a major improvement in formal aspects of physicians’ prescriptions. Some limitations of the first version of PreDiMed were unveiled and are being corrected. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9306-zAuthors Caroline Mir, Pharmacie des Hôpitaux du Nord Vaudois et de la Broye (PHNVB) Entremonts 11 1400 Yverdon-les-Bains SwitzerlandAmina Gadri, Pharmacie des Hôpitaux du Nord Vaudois et de la Broye (PHNVB) Entremonts 11 1400 Yverdon-les-Bains SwitzerlandGeorges L. Zelger, Pharmacie des Hôp...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - June 25, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

The changing roles of pharmacists in community pharmacies: perception of reality in IndiaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The healthcare services in community pharmacies, currently insignificant, must undergo reforms to meet the changing needs of modern medicines users. The pharmacist’s role in patient care is expected to grow as professional and educational standards develop. Although pharmacists’ contributions to health care are not yet recognized, there is every reason to be optimistic toward making patient care in community pharmacy setting a success. For this, the educational system for pharmacists has to be adapted. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9307-yAuthors Subal C. B...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - June 25, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Heart failure exacerbation leading to hospital admission: a cross-sectional studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion This pilot study indicates suboptimal HF management of patients with HF prior to hospital admission due to HF exacerbation. A larger study is needed to assess the extent of the problem, and establish the need and nature of management improvement in different patient subgroups. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9305-0Authors Elin C. Lehnbom, St Vincent’s Hospital Therapeutics Centre Darlinghurst NSW 2010 AustraliaAnna C. Bergkvist, University Hospital MAS Hospital Pharmacy Malmö SwedenKlas Gränsbo, University Hospital MAS Department of Internal Medicine Malmö ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - June 24, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Physician attitudes toward pharmacist provision of medication therapy management servicesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The proposed model can provide insight into physicians’ attitudes toward provision of MTM by pharmacists and may be helpful in developing future approaches and policies to further improve this collaborative relationship. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9304-1Authors Fadi M. Alkhateeb, University of Charleston School of Pharmacy Pharmaceutical and Administrative Sciences Charleston WV USAKevin A. Clauson, College of Pharmacy Nova Southeastern University Palm Beach Gardens FL USARenee McCafferty, University of Charleston School of Pharmacy Pharmacy Practice Charl...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - May 27, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

The development of a sleep disorder screening program in Australian community pharmaciesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The development and pilot of this screening tool was successful. The prevalence of sleep disorders in the sampled population was high but generally consistent with previous studies on the general population. Furthermore, associations found may form a foundation for a clinical algorithm to identify those at a higher risk of having or developing a sleep disorder. Further work is required to validate this screening tool in the community pharmacy context. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9301-4Authors Adam Tran, The University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Sydney NS...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - May 22, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Prescribing metformin in type 2 diabetes with a contraindication: prevalence and outcomeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The prevalence of type 2 diabetes receiving metformin despite having a contraindication was over 80%. However, metformin use in such conditions did not appear to increase the risks of hospitalization and death. No lactic acidosis was reported. Other patient factors than metformin affect the risks of hospitalization and death. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9303-2Authors Juraporn Pongwecharak, Prince of Songkla University Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences Hatyai Songkhla 90112 ThailandNawatsanan Tengmeesri, Prince of Songkla University Faculty of Pharmaceutical...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - May 22, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Abstracts of the PCNE 7th Working ConferenceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Conference AbstractsDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9298-8 Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN 1573-739XPrint ISSN 0928-1231
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - May 9, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Prescribing errors in patients with documented drug allergies: comparison of ICD-10 coding and written patient notesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: The findings of this study emphasise the necessity of a more precise and efficient documentation system of drug allergies along with the implementation of an electronic CDS for drug allergies that makes physicians aware of patients’ drug allergies during the prescribing process. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9300-5Authors Arwa Benkhaial, University of Heidelberg Department of Internal Medicine VI, Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacoepidemiology Heidelberg GermanyJens Kaltschmidt, University of Heidelberg Department of Internal Medicine VI, Clinical Pharmacol...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - May 3, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Visual estimation of patients’ body weight in hospital: the more observers, the better?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion While further clinical studies are necessary to confirm these findings, using the mean or the median of several visual estimates may be a practical solution for body weight estimation when weighing patients is not possible. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short Research ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9295-yAuthors Sylvain Goutelle, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Hôpital Antoine Charial, ADCAPT – Service Pharmaceutique 40 Avenue de la Table de Pierre 69340 Francheville FranceLaurent Bourguignon, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Hôpital Antoine Charial, ADCAPT – Service Pharmaceutique 40 Avenue de la Table de Pie...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - April 23, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

The A14-scale: development and evaluation of a questionnaire for assessment of adherence and individual barriersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The A14-scale showed good internal consistency and a significant correlation with the MMAS suggesting that it merits further investigation. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Short Research ReportDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9296-xAuthors Susanne Jank, University of Heidelberg Department of Internal Medicine VI, Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacoepidemiology, Medizinische Klinik (Krehl-Klinik) Im Neuenheimer Feld 410 69120 Heidelberg GermanyThilo Bertsche, University of Heidelberg Department of Internal Medicine VI, Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacoepidemiology, Medizinische Klinik (Krehl-Klinik) Im Neuenheim...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - April 21, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Safety of an injection with a mixture of extracts from Herba Artemisiae annuae, Fructus Gardeniae and Flos LoniceraeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The total adverse drug reaction incidence of the injection was 0.38% and lower than we expected. Moreover, we observed three new adverse drug reactions, none of which was severe. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9297-9Authors Hou Ming Xu, China Pharmaceutical University Nanjing 210009 People’s Republic of ChinaYue Wang, ADR Monitoring Center of Jiangsu Province Nanjing 210002 People’s Republic of ChinaNai Feng Liu, Zhongda Hospital Affiliated to Southeast University Nanjing 210009 People’s Republic of China Journal Pharmacy World & ScienceOnline ISSN ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - April 21, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

The quality of private pharmacy services in low and middle-income countries: A systematic reviewEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The evidence-base regarding the quality of professional services from pharmacies in low and middle income countries is limited, but indicates that standards are often deficient. If pharmacists are to contribute effectively to health care, the barriers to the provision of higher quality care and ways in which these might be overcome must be identified and examined. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Review ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9294-zAuthors Felicity Smith, University of London Department of Practice and Policy, School of Pharmacy Mezzanine Floor, BMA House, Tavistock Square London WC1H 9JP UK ...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - April 3, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Patient experiences of over-the-counter medicine purchases in Flemish community pharmaciesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions Flemish patients were satisfied with pharmacy distribution and services related to OTC medicines. They see an important role for pharmacists and physicians to accompany them in their OTC medicine use. Our results highlighted the need to strengthen communication between patients, pharmacists and physicians. It is also recommended that pharmacists keep an individual record detailing patient use of OTC and prescription medicines. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9293-0Authors Steven Simoens, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Resear...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 31, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Professional ethics in pharmacy practice: developing a psychometric measure of moral reasoningEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The validated PEP test has the potential to provide the pharmacy profession with valuable information for use education and research. The validation process also provided evidence supporting the hypothesis that moral reasoning in professional ethics in pharmacy is a developmental process, which has profound implications for furthering the understanding of professional behaviour. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9292-1Authors Betty Bouad Chaar, University of Sydney Faculty of Pharmacy Room N508-Bldg A15 Camperdown NSW 2006 Australia Journal Pharmacy World &...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 24, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Erroneous administration of vinblastineEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract This case describes a series of errors which resulted in an avoidable death of the patient. Upon being presented with the 83-year-old patient and her complaints, the physician in charge attempted to prescribe Vasolastine® (a complex preparation used, for example, in treatment of angiopathy, which is administered intramuscularly once a day). Unfortunately he misspelled the name of the medicine as Vinplastyna—a non-existent preparation. When the patient’s daughter went to collect the prescription from the pharmacist she was dispensed Vinblastin (vinblastine—a cytostatic medicine used, for examp...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 21, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Medication dispensing errors in a French military hospital pharmacyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The results showed that a wide range of errors occurred during the dispensing process. A check performed after the initial medication selection is also necessary to detect and correct dispensing errors. In order to decrease the occurrence of dispensing errors, some practical measures have been implemented in the central pharmacy. But because some dispensing errors may remain undetected, there is a requirement to develop other strategies that reduce or eliminate these errors. The pharmacy staff is widely involved in this duty. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9290...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 21, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Reliability of the medication appropriateness index in Dutch residential homeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion In a Dutch institutionalised setting with representative raters, the unmodified MAI can be used as an instrument to quantify changes in appropriateness of prescribing. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9283-2Authors Clementine C. M. Stuijt, Academic Medical Centre Department of Clinical Pharmacy Meibergdreef 9 P.O. Box 22660 1100 DD Amsterdam The NetherlandsEric J. F. Franssen, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis Department of Pharmacy Amsterdam The NetherlandsAntoine C. G. Egberts, University Medical Centre Utrecht Department of Clinical Pharmacy Utrecht The NetherlandsSte...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 12, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

Availability, affordability, and prescribing pattern of medicines in SudanEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion The overall availability of essential medicines in the public health centers and private pharmacies of Sudan was acceptable. Although affordability of medicines for some common diseases such as malaria and child pneumonia could be considered acceptable, it was much higher for some other conditions including adult pneumonia. Prescription of antibiotics was high and adherence to standard treatment guidelines for managing common and widely spread diseases such as diarrhea and malaria was low. Content Type Journal ArticleCategory Research ArticleDOI 10.1007/s11096-009-9282-3Authors Abdol Majid Cheraghali, Ba...
Source: Pharmacy World & Science - March 5, 2009 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Tags: Pharmacy World & Science Source Type: journals

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