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Theory-based communication skills training for medicine counter assistants to improve consultations for non-prescription medicines [PDF]

, 2007
Context: Medicine counter assistants (MCAs) supply the majority of non-prescription medicines (NPMs) to consumers. Suboptimal communication during consultations between consumers and MCAs has been identified as a major cause of inappropriate supply ...
Bond, Christine M., Cleland, Jennifer, Francis, Jillian Joy, Inch, Jackie, Watson, Margaret C.   +4 more
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Neuronutraceuticals for Alzheimer's Disease Treatment: A Systematic Review of Randomised Controlled Trials Over the Last 20 Years

Phytochemicals in Food and Medicine, Volume 1, Issue 1, March 2026.
This PROSPERO‐registered review analysed 37 RCTs on neuronutraceuticals for Alzheimer's disease. Despite diverse targets—amyloid/tau, inflammation, oxidative stress, metabolism, synaptic plasticity, cholinergic and hormonal—the evidence was of low quality. RoB2 flagged attrition (86.5%) and reporting bias (81%). Current data do not support clinical use;
Mehmet Akif Topcuoglu, Esen Saka
wiley   +1 more source

Sweetening the Bitter Pill: Rx to OTC Switches Via a Third Class of Drugs [PDF]

, 2012
The United States faces a health care crisis in the years ahead. Spiraling costs are quickly outpacing the rate of inflation. Many people do not feel the immediate pressure as the true cost of America's health care is borne by employer or government ...
Price, L. L.
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Stigma as a fundamental hindrance to the United States opioid overdose crisis response. [PDF]

, 2019
Alexander Tsai and co-authors discuss the role of stigma in responses to the US opioid ...
Barnett, Michael L, Beletsky, Leo, Keyes, Katherine M, Kiang, Mathew V, McGinty, Emma E, Smith, Laramie R, Strathdee, Steffanie A, Tsai, Alexander C, Venkataramani, Atheendar S, Wakeman, Sarah E   +9 more
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Barriers and Facilitators for Information Exchange during Over-The-Counter Consultations in Community Pharmacy: A Focus Group Study

Pharmacy, 2017
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.
Liza J Seubert, Kerry Whitelaw, Fabienne Boeni, Laetitia Hattingh, Margaret C Watson, Rhonda M Clifford   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

QT Myopia and Cardiac Safety: Expanding the Aperture of Arrhythmia Assessment in Early Phase Drug Development

Clinical and Translational Science, Volume 19, Issue 3, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Regulatory agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), European Medicines Agency (EMA), Health Canada, and the Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Agency (PMDA) provide scientific and public health guidance with cardiac safety being paramount in drug development of new investigational products (IP).
Robert M. Lester, Katherine Clark, Sabina Paglialunga   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Development and Implementation of a Medical Cannabis Clinic Within a Geriatrics Primary Care Clinic: Preliminary Data

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, Volume 74, Issue 3, Page 838-844, March 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Cannabis use is rising among adults, yet few users receive structured medical supervision. Older users face unique risks necessitating specialized oversight. Given their longitudinal relationships and detailed understanding of patients' health and goals, primary care providers are well‐positioned to guide decisions and education ...
Ryan Weaver, Brian Velez, Michael L. Weissberger, Kristin M. Zimmerman   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Avoiding Medication Pitfalls [PDF]

, 2001
Educational Objectives 1. Discuss the prevalence and risk factors for adverse drug events in older people. 2. Identify selected medications that often should be avoided in older people. 3.
Delafuente, Jeffrey
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Cross‐Sectional Assessment of Medication Adherence and Its Association With Community Pharmacy Experience and Patients' Satisfaction and Characteristics: Findings From the IMPHACT‐LB Project

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 2, February 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aims While pharmacists undoubtedly exert considerable influence over medication adherence and the patient experience with healthcare, a complex interplay of factors should also be considered, encompassing the sociodemographic characteristics of patients, the pharmacist‐related factors, patient satisfaction, and the nature of the
Fouad Sakr, Chadia Haddad, Jihan Safwan, Aline Hajj, Hala Sacre, Rony M. Zeenny, Marwan Akel, Pascale Salameh   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Metamizole as the Most Consumed Analgesic in Brazil During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Why Does It Matter?

Pharmacoepidemiology
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, analgesic use increased significantly, primarily due to self-medication for symptom relief. In Brazil, metamizole (dipyrone) is widely used despite international restrictions, highlighting the importance of ...
Mayra R. C. de Souza, Alciéllen M. da Silva, Patrícia S. Bazoni, Jéssica B. R. dos Santos, Michael R. R. da Silva   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source