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Assessment of extrapyramidal symptoms associated with psychotropics pharmacological treatments, and associated risk factors
(Bentham Science Publishers, 2021)
Background: Extrapyramidal Symptoms (EPS) are unwanted symptoms commonly originating from the use of certain medications. The symptoms can range from minimal discomfort to permanent involuntary muscular movements. The aims ...
The evolving role of community pharmacists during COVID-19 in the UAE; assessing preparedness and knowledge
(Oxford University Press, 2021)
Objectives To investigate community pharmacists' knowledge about COVID-19 and their preparedness for the pandemic. Methods This cross-sectional online survey was conducted (in community pharmacies in the United Arab Emirates) ...
Investigating prescribing errors in the emergency department of a large governmental hospital in Jordan
(Blackwell Publishing Ltd., 2020)
Background: Although prescribing errors (PEs) are the most common type of medication errors and cause morbidity and mortality, they have been rarely studied. Objective: The study aimed to investigate PEs incidence, types, ...
Pharmacists-physicians collaborative intervention to reduce vaccine hesitancy and resistance: A randomized controlled trial
(Elsevier Ltd, 2022)
Purpose: Given their negative influence on community health, vaccine hesitancy and resistance are emerging challenges that require healthcare intervention. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the impact of physician-pharmacist ...
Papain-Decorated Mucopenetrating SEDDS: A Tentative Approach to Combat Absorption Issues of Acyclovir via the Oral Route
(MDPI, 2022)
The aim of the current study was to enhance the oral bioavailability of Acyclovir (ACV) based on the papain-functionalized self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS). The optimum control SEDDS formulation comprised of ...
The patterns of herbal medicine use in the United Arab Emirates; A national study
(Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica, 2022)
Objectives: To examine the pattern, nature, and attitude towards herbal medicines usage in the UAE. Methods: A cross-sectional national questionnaire was distributed over five weeks in 7 emirates of UAE: The questioner was ...
The impact of telepharmacy on hypertension management in the United Arab Emirates
(Grupo de Investigacion en Atencion Farmaceutica, 2022)
Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of telepharmacy services delivered by community pharmacies in hypertension management and examine its influence on pharmacists’ ability to identify drug-related problems (DRPs). ...
The role of professional socialisation in reducing drug-related problems during COVID-19: a new insight for future pandemics
(Adis, 2022)
A drug-related problem (DRP) is “an event or circumstance involving drug therapy that actually or potentially
interferes with desired health outcomes” [1]. DRPs can be classifed into problems in drug indication, ...
Applying medicines reconciliation indicators in two UK hospitals: a feasibility study
(Oxford University Press, 2021)
ObjectivesThe aim of this study was to apply the Medicines reconciliation (MR) indicators and to assess their feasibility for use with patients on admission. MethodsThis is a mixed-methods study conducted in two large ...
Underreporting of Adverse Drug Events: a Look into the Extent, Causes, and Potential Solutions
(Taylor and Francis Ltd., 2023)
Adverse drug events (ADEs) represent a global public health challenge that impacts both patients and healthcare systems alike. ADE is defined as any harm caused by medication that could potentially be prevented ...