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Effect on Antimicrobial Resistance of a Policy Restricting Over-the-Counter Antimicrobial Sales in a Large Metropolitan Area, São Paulo, Brazil.

Emerging infectious diseases

Moura ML, Boszczowski I, Blaque M, Mussarelli RM, Fossaluza V, Pierrotti LC, Campana G, Brandileone MC, Zanella R, Almeida SCG, Levin AS.
PMID: 34932455
Emerg Infect Dis. 2022 Jan;28(1):180-187. doi: 10.3201/eid2801.201928.

Although restricting over-the-counter (OTC) antimicrobial drug sales is recommended globally, no data track its effect on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacteria. We evaluated the effect of a national policy restricting OTC antimicrobial sales, put in place in November 2010,...

Effect on Antimicrobial Resistance of a Policy Restricting Over-the-Counter Antimicrobial Sales in a Large Metropolitan Area, São Paulo, Brazil.

Emerging infectious diseases

Moura ML, Boszczowski I, Blaque M, Mussarelli RM, Fossaluza V, Pierrotti LC, Campana G, Brandileone MC, Zanella R, Almeida SCG, Levin AS.
PMID: 34932455
Emerg Infect Dis. 2022 Jan;28(1):180-187. doi: 10.3201/eid2801.201928.

Although restricting over-the-counter (OTC) antimicrobial drug sales is recommended globally, no data track its effect on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacteria. We evaluated the effect of a national policy restricting OTC antimicrobial sales, put in place in November 2010,...

Views and attitudes of oral contraceptive users towards their availability without a prescription in the Republic of Ireland.

Pharmacy practice

Barlassina L.
PMID: 26131045
Pharm Pract (Granada). 2015 Apr-Jun;13(2):565. doi: 10.18549/pharmpract.2015.02.565. Epub 2015 Jun 15.

BACKGROUND: Previous studies show that provision of oral contraceptive pill (OCs) without a prescription is safe, feasible and effective and that users are interested in obtaining contraception in this way, especially if a pharmacist screening is involved. A recent...

Characterization of medication advertisements in a popular US parenting magazine.

Health promotion perspectives

Mongiovi J, Cadorett V, Basch C.
PMID: 29085797
Health Promot Perspect. 2017 Sep 26;7(4):205-209. doi: 10.15171/hpp.2017.36. eCollection 2017.

No abstract available.

Specialist Clinicians' Management of Dependence on Non-Prescription Medicines and Barriers to Treatment Provision: An Exploratory Mixed Methods Study Using Behavioural Theory.

Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)

Fingleton N, Duncan E, Watson M, Matheson C.
PMID: 30841493
Pharmacy (Basel). 2019 Mar 05;7(1). doi: 10.3390/pharmacy7010025.

The aim of the study was to establish how non-prescription medicine (NPM) dependence is treated by doctors in specialist substance misuse treatment services and to identify perceived barriers to providing treatment. An online survey was conducted to establish current...

Barriers and Facilitators for Information Exchange during Over-The-Counter Consultations in Community Pharmacy: A Focus Group Study.

Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)

Seubert LJ, Whitelaw K, Boeni F, Hattingh L, Watson MC, Clifford RM.
PMID: 29211054
Pharmacy (Basel). 2017 Dec 06;5(4). doi: 10.3390/pharmacy5040065.

Consumers are confident managing minor ailments through self-care, often self-medicating from a range of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines available from community pharmacies. To minimise risks, pharmacy personnel endeavour to engage in a consultation when consumers present with OTC enquiries however...

Expanding the role of Australian pharmacists in community pharmacies in chronic pain management - a narrative review.

Pharmacy practice

Mishriky J, Stupans I, Chan V.
PMID: 31015881
Pharm Pract (Granada). 2019 Jan-Mar;17(1):1410. doi: 10.18549/PharmPract.2019.1.1410. Epub 2019 Feb 18.

Chronic pain is a condition where patients continuously experience pain symptoms for at least 3 to 6 months. It is one of the leading causes of disabilities across the globe. Failure to adequately manage chronic pain often results in...

Assessment of diarrhea treatment and counseling in community pharmacies in Baghdad, Iraq: A simulated patient study.

Pharmacy practice

Ibrahim IR, Palaian S, Ibrahim MI.
PMID: 30637034
Pharm Pract (Granada). 2018 Oct-Dec;16(4):1313. doi: 10.18549/PharmPract.2018.04.1313. Epub 2018 Dec 10.

BACKGROUND: Because community pharmacists are the most accessible healthcare professionals, they are often involved in managing minor ailments within the community setting.OBJECTIVE: This study evaluated the community pharmacists' history taking practice, medicine dispensing and advice in response to acute...

Self-medication in older European adults: Prevalence and predictive factors.

Archives of gerontology and geriatrics

Brandão GR, Teixeira L, Araújo L, Paúl C, Ribeiro O.
PMID: 32717589
Arch Gerontol Geriatr. 2020 Jul 21;91:104189. doi: 10.1016/j.archger.2020.104189. Epub 2020 Jul 21.

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Self-medication, despite some benefits, carries many risks, especially when practiced by older adults who are polymedicated. Information addressing the prevalence and associated factors of self-medication in older age in a European context is scarce and sometimes contradictory. This...

Exploring Australian pharmacists' perceptions and attitudes toward codeine up-scheduling from over-the-counter to prescription only.

Pharmacy practice

Mckenzie M, Johnson JL, Anderson K, Summers R, Wood P.
PMID: 32566049
Pharm Pract (Granada). 2020 Apr-Jun;18(2):1904. doi: 10.18549/PharmPract.2020.2.1904. Epub 2020 Jun 01.

OBJECTIVE: Explore the perceptions, attitudes and experiences of pharmacists relating to the up-scheduling of low dose codeine containing analgesics and the impact on pharmacy practice.METHODS: A mixed design method was used consisting of an anonymous online questionnaire survey to...

Psychological health and well-being among young Irish adults.

Irish journal of psychological medicine

Cleary A, Nixon E, Fitzgerald M.
PMID: 30290540
Ir J Psychol Med. 2007 Dec;24(4):139-144. doi: 10.1017/S0790966700010569.

OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to examine and describe levels of psychological health and well-being in a group of young people living in Dublin.METHOD: A sample of 97 young people (50 males, 47 females) were assessed for...

Drug Utilization Reviews by Community Pharmacists in Japan: Identification of Potential Safety Concerns through the Brown Bag Program.

Value in health regional issues

Akazawa M, Nomura K, Kusama M, Igarashi A.
PMID: 29702835
Value Health Reg Issues. 2012 May;1(1):98-104. doi: 10.1016/j.vhri.2012.03.001. Epub 2012 May 25.

OBJECTIVES: Pharmacy-based drug utilization reviews were conducted through the Brown Bag program to understand drug-use patterns, identify potential safety concerns, and provide appropriate consultation for elderly individuals.METHODS: Community pharmacists in Hiroshima, Japan, participated in this review program from October...

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