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Arq. ciências saúde UNIPAR ; 26(1): 23-32, Jan-Abr. 2022.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-1362667

ABSTRACT

O descarte inadequado de medicamentos pode levar a impactos ambientais negativos e deve ser considerado um problema de saúde pública. O presente estudo teve como objetivo levantar dados quantitativos e qualitativos relacionados ao perfil dos medicamentos descartados no município de Governador Valadares - MG. O trabalho foi desenvolvido nas UAPS/ESF que possuíam farmácias, e também na Farmácia Central/Policlínica Municipal. Nesses locais, foi realizada uma análise dos medicamentos descartados no período de julho de 2017 a maio de 2018. Por meio dos dados obtidos nesse período foi possível perceber que as principais classes de medicamentos descartadas foram os inibidores da enzima conversora de angiotensina, antagonistas da angiotensina II, agentes betabloqueadores, diuréticos, hipoglicemiantes, contraceptivos hormonais e agentes modificadores de lipídeos. Além disso, foi realizada uma ação de educação em saúde e aplicado um questionário semiestruturado aos usuários participantes dos grupos operativos. Dos 34 usuários respondentes do questionário, 23 (69,70%) não tinham acesso a informação sobre o local correto de descarte e armazenamento de medicamentos. Após a ação de educação em saúde verificou-se um aumento no quantitativo de medicamentos descartados pelos usuários nas UAPS/ESF Mãe de Deus I e II, Altinópolis III e IV, Santa Rita II, São Pedro I e II e Esperança e Nossa Senhora das Graças. O trabalho desenvolvido permitiu apresentar dados relevantes para a gestão municipal demonstrando a importância do farmacêutico no cuidado em saúde e o caráter epidemiológico local da prevalência das doenças crônico não transmissíveis.


The inadequate disposal of drugs can lead to negative environmental impacts and should be treated as a public health problem. This study aimed at surveying quantitative and qualitative data related to the profile of drugs discarded in the city of Governador Valadares - MG. The work was developed in the UAPS / ESF that had pharmacies, and also in the Central Pharmacy/Municipal Polyclinic. In these locations, an analysis of the drugs discarded between July 2017 and May 2018 was carried out. Through the data obtained in this period, it was possible to notice that the main classes of drugs discarded were angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II antagonists, beta-blocking agents, diuretics, hypoglycemic agents, hormonal contraceptives, and lipid-modifying agents. In addition, a health education action was carried out and a semi-structured questionnaire was applied to users participating in the operating groups. From the 34 users who responded the questionnaire, 23 (69.70%) did not have access to information on the correct place to dispose and store medicines. After the health education action, there was an increase in the amount of drugs discarded by users in the UAPS/ESF Mãe de Deus I and II, Altinópolis III and IV, Santa Rita II, São Pedro I and II, and Esperança and Nossa Senhora das Graças. The work carried out made it possible to present relevant data for municipal management, demonstrating the importance of the pharmacist in health care and the local epidemiological character of the prevalence of chronic non-communicable diseases.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmaceutical Preparations , Patients , Pharmacists/supply & distribution , Tablets/supply & distribution , Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors/supply & distribution , Health Centers , Public Health/education , Health Education , Municipal Management/legislation & jurisprudence , Delivery of Health Care , Diabetes Mellitus/drug therapy , Drug Storage , Environment , Hypertension/drug therapy , Hypoglycemic Agents/supply & distribution , Lipids/supply & distribution
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Braz. J. Pharm. Sci. (Online) ; 58: e20380, 2022. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1403692

ABSTRACT

Abstract Pharmacists acting in pharmacies and drugstores stores are some of the most accessible healthcare providers and the last to intervene before the patient takes their medicine. This puts the pharmacist in a position of authority that should be harnessed for the benefit of health. Thus, this professional is strategic for performing pharmacovigilance. Our objective of this study was to interrogate the practice of pharmacists in relation to pharmacovigilance activities, and to identify difficulties and possible stimuli for the improvement these activities in pharmacies and drugstores. The information was collected through an online questionnaire via Survey Monkey®. The data were analyzed statistically using SPSS software. Responses were received from 5174 pharmacists: mostly young women within five years of graduation and experience in pharmaceutical retail. 81% of them reported having identified suspected substandard medicines, but only 16% used the Brazilian notification system Notivisa. More than 85% of pharmacists agreed with the importance of pharmacovigilance and the recognition of reporting services as part of pharmacist duties and pharmaceutical care. The main barriers to making notifications were the lack of access and knowledge about Notivisa. Pharmacists agreed that simplifying the system would be a stimulus for notifications, and requested more feedback from notifications, as well as material and courses to understand the notification process. Pharmacists have important data to feed into pharmacovigilance systems, recognize their responsibilities and are willing to contribute, but still demonstrate low compliance. Simplification of the system and training on it are likely to increase notifications.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Pharmacists/ethics , Pharmaceutical Services/organization & administration , Health Personnel , Pharmacovigilance , Patients , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Software , Surveys and Questionnaires/statistics & numerical data , Substandard Drugs
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Braz. j. pharm. sci ; 51(2): 317-322, Apr.-June 2015. tab, ilus
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-755055

ABSTRACT

Compounding pharmacies have been cited by some athletes as being responsible for compounding capsules contaminated with drugs banned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Therefore, the present study was carried out to quantify the amount of residue remaining in the equipment and utensils used for compounding capsules after standard cleaning procedures. For this purpose, captopril (CAP) and acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) were used since these are hard to clean, in addition to hydrochlorothiazide (HTZ) as a banned drug by the IOC. The amounts of residues found in the equipment were: 181.0 ± 91.8, 1208 ± 483.8 and 431.7 ± 71.3 ppm for ASA, CAP and HTZ, respectively. The continuous compounding of these drugs, followed each time by the standard cleaning procedure, showed a linear accumulation of residues for ASA (r2=0.96) and CAP (r2= 0.88). The residues quantified were greater than the FDA limit for impurities for CAP (>0.1%) but not for HTZ. However, the HTZ residue may be detected in the urine of athletes on IOC tests. Therefore, it was concluded that compounding pharmacies should therefore improve their cleaning procedures and test these in order to attain limits below 10 ppm, thereby avoiding the contamination of other products...


As farmácias de manipulação têm sido citadas por alguns atletas como sendo responsáveis pela manipulação de cápsulas contaminadas com fármacos proibidos pelo Comitê Olímpico Internacional (COI). Portanto, o presente estudo foi realizado para quantificar o montante de resíduo remanescente nos equipamentos e utensílios usados para manipular cápsulas após o procedimento padrão de limpeza. Para este propósito, o captopril (CAP) e o ácido acetilsalicílico (ASA) foram usados por serem fármacos de difícil remoção e a hidroclorotiazida (HTZ), por ser um fármaco proibido pelo COI. As quantidades de resíduos encontradas nos equipamentos após a limpeza foram 181,0 ± 91,8, 1208 ± 483,8 e 431,7 ± 71,3 ppm para ASA, CAP e HTZ, respectivamente. A manipulação contínua dos fármacos seguida pelo procedimento de limpeza mostrou acúmulo de resíduo linear para ASA (r2=0,96) e CAP (r2=0,88). A quantidade de resíduo de CAP foi maior que o limite de impureza sugerido pelo FDA (>0,1%), mas não para HTZ, mas mesmo assim, o resíduo de HTZ pode ser detectado na urina dos atletas submetidos aos testes do COI. Em conclusão, as farmácias de manipulação deveriam, portanto, melhorar o procedimentos de limpeza e testá-los para que alcancem limites abaixo de 10 ppm para evitar contaminação nos outros produtos...


Subject(s)
Humans , Chemical Phenomena , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Laboratory Equipment , Aspirin , Captopril , Good Manipulation Practices , Hydrochlorothiazide , Quality Control
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Rev. bras. plantas med ; 17(2): 331-339, Apr-Jun/2015. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-746119

ABSTRACT

RESUMO: O objetivo deste estudo foi analisar as embalagens de plantas medicinais comercializadas em farmácias e drogarias do município de Ijuí/RS, a partir das legislações vigentes sobre o tema. A coleta de dados foi realizada na primeira quinzena do mês de dezembro de 2011 em 13 estabelecimentos farmacêuticos localizados na região central do município, através de formulário elaborado a partir da legislação. Foram selecionadas para análise, plantas medicinais acondicionadas em diferentes tipos de embalagens e marcas. Foram avaliadas 44 embalagens de plantas medicinais, das quais 71% estavam irregulares no que se refere a indicação terapêutica e ao modo de preparo, considerando o preconizado pela RDC 10/10. Embora nem todas as drogas vegetais analisadas estivessem notificadas nesta Resolução, considerou-se o mesmo critério para todas as amostras analisadas. Além disso, 16% dos produtos analisados não apresentavam segurança quanto ao acondicionamento. A nomenclatura popular estava presente em todas as amostras, enquanto a nomenclatura botânica em apenas 75%. Conclui-se que todas as embalagens analisadas apresentaram alguma irregularidade em relação ao que estabelece a RDC nº10/2010, tendo em vista que nenhuma apresentou todos os requisitos exigidos por ela. Os resultados observados demonstram que a ausência das informações devidas nas embalagens ou nos folhetos informativos para orientar os consumidores, pode comprometer o uso seguro das plantas e prejudicar a saúde dos usuários.


ABSTRACT: This study aimed to analyze the packages of medicinal plants sold in pharmacies and drugstores in the city of Ijuí, state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, according to the Brazilian legislation about the subject. Data collection was conducted in December 2011 in 13 selected pharmaceutical establishments located downtown, and data were collected using a form prepared from the aforementioned resolution. The medicinal plants included in the analysis were from different types of packages and brands. We evaluated 44 packages of medicinal plants, of which 71% were irregular in relation to shape, therapeutic indication and method of preparation. Moreover, 16% of the total products tested had no package security. The popular nomenclature was present in all samples, while the botanical nomenclature, in 75%. We concluded that all analyzed packages were irregular according to the Brazilian RDC 10/2010 because none of them had all of the requirements. The results observed, such as lack of information on the packages or leaflets to guide consumers, may compromise the safe use of plants and endanger the health of users.


Subject(s)
Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Plants, Medicinal/classification , Product Packaging/standards , Products Commerce
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Rev. direito sanit ; 14(3): 148-155, 2013.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-730081

ABSTRACT

O princípio constitucional da livre concorrência, embora não compareça em nosso ordenamento jurídico como valor absoluto, é impassível de restrições irrazoáveis ou desproporcionais pela legislação infraconstitucional. O presente artigo analisa a decisão do Tribunal de Justiça do Estado da Paraíba nos autos da Remessa Oficial n. 017.2011.000010-0/001, que, reafirmando entendimento jurisprudencial já estabelecido,reconheceu a inconstitucionalidade da fixação de distância mínima para instalação de estabelecimentos farmacêuticos, com fundamento no princípio da livre concorrência.


The free competition clause in the 1988 Brazilian Constitution, even though is not an absolute value, does not uphold unreasonable or disproportional restrictions on the competitive environment, even if those restrictions are promoted by a public legislation.This paper analyses the decision from the Paraíba State Court of Justice, in Remessa Oficial n. 017.2011.000010-0/001 that, confirming judicial precedents, declared that the regulation imposing geographic restrictions on entry on the relevant market for pharmacies is unconstitutional, for it is unreasonably anticompetitive.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Commercial Zones , Pharmacies/legislation & jurisprudence , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmaceutical Trade , Right to Health , Urban Area , Consumer Product Safety , Drug Price
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Rev. direito sanit ; 14(3): 156-168, 2013.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-730082

ABSTRACT

A constatação da ilegalidade das restrições geográficas para farmácias oferece oportunidade para se entender melhor a natureza desse estabelecimento comercial, integrado no sistema de saúde. A revisão histórica mostra que os perigos associados ao preparo e a disponibilização de medicamentos passaram a ser controlados por regulamentação do Estado a partir do século XIII na Europa. No sistema de guilda, restrições foram impostas, não só para o exercício profissional, mas também para preços e localização geográfica. Seu propósito foi excluir incertezas na saúde pública através da garantia da qualidade e da possibilidade de acesso ao medicamento. Todavia, essas condições mudaram ao longo do século XX, com a prevalência de medicamentos industrializados à disposição via economia de mercado. Nesta, os melhores termos de troca se dão preferencialmente sob aglomeração geográfica, que reduz as expectativas de risco dos envolvidos, baixando os preços. De maneira geral, não há consenso internacional em se continuar mantendo ou não as restrições geográficas. Mas o custo crescente da universalização do acesso à saúde vem tornando necessária a revisão da segurança proporcionada pelas restrições profissionais em prol de uma lógica de incerteza configurada em risco.


The decision of the Paraíba State’s Court to not obstruct the geographical concentration of pharmacies offers opportunity to better understand the nature of this commercial establishment, integrated to the health system. The historical review shows that the hazards associated with the preparation and availability of drugs began to be controlled by state regulations in the 13th century in Europe. In the guild system, restrictions were imposed, not only for practice, but also for pricing and geographic location. Its purpose was to exclude uncertainties in public health by ensuring the quality and the possibility of access to medicines. However, these conditions have changed through the 20th century, with the prevalence of manufactured drugs available via market economy. In it, the best terms of trade are given preferably within cluster, which reduces the risk expectations of those involved, lowering prices. In general, there is no international consensus on whether or not to maintain geographical restrictions. Nevertheless, the rising cost of universal access to health care makes it necessary to review the security provided by professional restrictions on behalf of a logic of uncertainty configured at risk.


Subject(s)
Drugs of Special Control , Pharmacies/legislation & jurisprudence , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Legislation as Topic , Pharmaceutical Services , Professional Practice , Risk Management , Geographical Localization of Risk , Zoning
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Article in English | IMSEAR | ID: sea-145368

ABSTRACT

Background & objectives: Medicines can account for up to 90 per cent of health care spending by poor people. High costs of medicines contribute to decreased access to healthcare. This study was conducted to assess the cost of medicines and their affordability in the private pharmacies in Delhi, India. Methods: A survey was conducted to assess the costs of prescribed medicines and treatment of community acquired pneumonia (CAP), with medicines purchased from 27 private pharmacies, in Delhi. Affordability of medicines was assessed by comparing the costs of treatment (medicines) to the monthly per capita expenditure (MPCE) on food, minimum monthly and daily wages for different classes of workers. Results: A large variability in the costs of prescriptions was observed (129.37+ 217.99) The cost of treatment of CAP varied from 34.50- 244.75 with azithromycin and 72.20- 277.30 with levofloxacin. The percentage of MPCE on food spent for a prescription was 17.64 per cent for urban and 23.4 per cent for rural population. The percentage of MPCE on food spent for treatment of CAP ranged from 10.11 to 13.42 per cent with azithromycin and 13.28 to 17.61 per cent with levofloxacin. The number of days a worker on minimum daily wages would have to work to enable him to purchase his prescription medicines ranged from 1-17 days, depending on the problem. The cost of treatment of CAP required 1-3 days of work by a daily wage earner, depending on the brand of medicine prescribed. Interpretation & conclusions: The findings of our study show that the costs of medicines are highly variable and not affordable for the economically poor in India. Modifications in National Pharmaceutical Policy need to be done urgently.


Subject(s)
Drug Costs/trends , Drug Costs/statistics & numerical data , Humans , India , Pharmacies/economics , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmaceutical Preparations/economics , Pharmaceutical Preparations/supply & distribution , Pneumonia/drug therapy
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Braz. j. pharm. sci ; 45(4): 809-817, Oct.-Dec. 2009. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-543678

ABSTRACT

The aim is to evaluate the humanistic outcomes in type 2 diabetic patients by the adoption of pharmacotherapy follow-up in community pharmacies. Controlled, non-randomized, 12-months trial; n=161 patients distributed into control and intervention groups; 6 community pharmacies involved, all in the Curitiba city region, in the state of Paraná were used. The health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and the satisfaction index were determined using both the DQOL assessment tool, which measures HRQoL, and the satisfaction evaluation tool (QSSF). Interventions on 119 negative therapeutic outcomes were done (2.3/patient [SD=1.6]); the most commonly found problems were related to ineffectiveness of pharmacotherapy (68.1 percent). The Intervention-Group showed a significant improvement in HRQoL compared with the Control Group (0.08 vs -0.01, respectively; p=0.036). Satisfaction and impact domains presented the most significant improvement (0.13 vs 0.00 [p=0.030] and 0.07 vs -0.04 [p=0.033], respectively). After adjusting for baseline variables, the difference in improvement scores between groups on the QSSF was attributed to the allocation of patients in the intervention group. Pharmacotherapy follow-up of type 2 diabetic patients in community pharmacies can improve the HRQoL and satisfaction of patients.


O objetivo foi avaliar os resultados humanísticos de pacientes com diabetes tipo 2, por meio da adoção de acompanhamento farmacoterapêutico nas farmácias comunitárias. Utilizaram-se: ensaio controlado, não-randomizado, de 12 meses; n=161 pacientes, distribuídos entre Grupo Controle e de Intervenção, e 6 farmácias comunitárias, todas na região da cidade de Curitiba, Estado do Paraná. A qualidade de vida relacionada à saúde (HRQoL) e o índice de satisfação foram determinados utilizando a ferramenta de avaliação DQOL, que mede a HRQoL, e a ferramenta de avaliação da satisfação (QSSF). Intervenções em 119 resultados terapêuticos foram efetuadas (2,3/paciente [SD=1,6]. Os problemas mais comumente encontrados foram aqueles relacionados à ineficácia da farmacoterapia (68,1 por cento). O Grupo de Intervenção mostrou melhoria significativa da HRQoL em comparação ao Grupo Controle (0,08 versus 0,00 [p=0,030 e 0,07 versus -0,04 [p=0,033], respectivamente). Após o ajuste da linha base das variáveis, a diferença na contagem de melhoramento entre os grupos no QSSF foi atribuída à alocação de pacientes no Grupo de Intervenção. O acompanhamento farmacoterapêutico em pacientes de diabetes tipo 2 em farmácias comunitárias pode melhorar a HRQoL e a satisfação dos pacientes.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Program Evaluation/statistics & numerical data , Diabetes Mellitus/drug therapy , Pharmaceutical Services , Pharmaceutical Services , Quality of Life , Consumer Behavior , Analysis of Variance , Pharmacists/statistics & numerical data , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmacies , Surveys and Questionnaires , Data Interpretation, Statistical
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RBCF, Rev. bras. ciênc. farm. (Impr.) ; 44(1): 105-113, jan.-mar. 2008. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-484373

ABSTRACT

Este estudo teve por objetivo avaliar indicadores de estrutura e processo em farmácias comunitárias de Santa Catarina e as atitudes e percepções dos farmacêuticos referentes à atenção farmacêutica e satisfação profissional. Estudo transversal em 10 por cento das farmácias do estado, selecionadas aleatoriamente. Foram entrevistadas 258 farmácias. Os farmacêuticos estavam presentes em 88,4 por cento delas, tinham média de idade de 31 anos (DP=8,1) e eram em sua maioria mulheres (68 por cento). A média de farmacêuticos por farmácia foi de 1,4 (DP=0,7) e de balconistas de 3,8 (DP=4,5). Somente 11,4 por cento das farmácias dispunham de estrutura para atendimento privado de pacientes. Apesar de possuírem em média mais de duas fontes terciárias sobre medicamentos por farmácia, estas eram de baixa qualidade. As atividades relatadas pela maior parte dos farmacêuticos foram a dispensação (98,2 por cento), o registro de medicamentos controlados (90,8 por cento), aplicações de medicamentos injetáveis (85,1 por cento) e atendimentos de clientes no caixa (84,2 por cento). A maioria das farmácias de Santa Catarina não possui estrutura adequada à implantação de serviços de atenção farmacêutica. As barreiras identificadas para implementação destas mudanças não são diferentes das encontradas em outros países.


The present study aimed to assess structure and process quality indicators in community pharmacies in Santa Catarina (Brazil), and also the profile of pharmacists regarding their attitudes and perceptions of pharmaceutical care and professional satisfaction. A cross-sectional study was performed in 10 percent of Santa Catarina pharmacies randomly chosen. 258 community pharmacies were surveyed. 88.5 percent pharmacists were in office in the time of the interview. In average, they were 31 years old (SD=8.1) and mainly women (68 percent). A ratio of 1.4 (SD=0.7) pharmacists per pharmacy and 3.8 (SD=4.5) assistants existed. Only 11.4 percent pharmacies had an adequate structure for private caring patients. Despite having an average of more than 2 tertiary drug information sources, most of them were low quality. Activities mentioned by the majority of pharmacists were dispensing (98.2 percent), recording controlled drugs (90.8 percent), injections administration (85.1 percent), and helping patients on cash line (84.2 percent). Most of pharmacies in Santa Catarina (Brazil) do not have the adequate structure for implementing pharmaceutical care services. Barriers identified to implement those services were not different to those communicated in other countries.


Subject(s)
Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmacies , Pharmaceutical Services , Pharmacists , Brazil , Pharmaceutical Services
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Periodontia ; 17(1): 18-22, Març. 2007.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS, BBO | ID: lil-518817

ABSTRACT

Avaliou-se a atividade antimicrobiana do digluconato de clorexidina (CI) a 2% e do gluconato de clorexidina a O,12%, adquiridos em diferentes dentais e farmácias na cidade de Cuiabá(MT),sobre Candida albicans. Utilizaram-se 72 placas Petri, contendo meio de cultura ágar-Saboraud. Separaram-se a princípio seis placas e seis discos de papel embebidos em solução fisiológica a 0,9% (SF),depositados no centro das placas respectivas(controle negativo). Em 66 outras placas, semearam-se e os microrganismos, colocando, no centro de seis placas, um disco de papel também embebido em solução fisiológica(controle positivo). Seguiu-se a colocação dos seis discos de papel nas 60 placas restantes, previamente impregnados comas substâncias testes (CL)e controle (SF),sendo depositado um em cada sextante. Os grupos foram analisados em três tempos experimentais de 8. 16 e 24 dias. Para a verificação dos resultados, usaram-se os halos de inibição de crescimento fúngico, medidos com paquímetro digital. com o auxílio de lupa estereoscópica. Percebeu-se aos 8, 16 e 24 dias uma ausência de diferença estatística entre o digluconato de dorexidina a 2% e o gluconato de clorexidina a 0,12%. Concluindo, o gluconato de clorexidinaa O,12% e o digluconato de clorexidinaa 2% adquiridos em diferentes dentais e farmácias de Cuiabá-MT exerceram ação antimicrobiana sobre Candida albicans.


Subject(s)
Candida albicans , Chlorhexidine/therapeutic use , Drug Storage , Pharmacies/supply & distribution
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SPJ-Saudi Pharmaceutical Journal. 2001; 9 (2): 113-118
in English | IMEMR | ID: emr-58392

ABSTRACT

Visits were made to a total of 511 community pharmacies operating in Riyadh in 1997 and interviews were conducted with the pharmacists-in-charge using a pre-designed questionnaire. The objective of this study was to provide a description of the pharmacy location, size, financial and various operational characteristics. Over 95% of the studied pharmacies were established within the last 20 years at a rate of 30 pharmacies per year. Location analysis revealed that 22.7% and 4.9% of the pharmacies were on main streets and linked to either a primary health care or a shopping center, respectively. The pharmacy area averaged 72.4 +/- 67.3 m[2] and the range for about 80% of the pharmacies was between 33 and 128 m[2]. Financially, pharmacy rent and pharmacist annual salary was about 4.6 and 7% of the total annual sale, respectively. The annual sale for a pharmacy averaged SR 910,352 +/- 800,838. In terms of the pharmacy operation, 57.4% of the pharmacies were independent [group of 3 or less] pharmacies. The number of operation hours was 14.1 +/- 4.9 h daily and the number of pharmacists working in the pharmacy averaged 1.5 +/- 0.66. The pharmacist in-charged is the person responsible for the management of 302[61.1%] of the pharmacies. The rests were managed by the owner [19%], centrally [16.6%] or someone else appointed by the owner [8%]. The number of clients and prescriptions reached a pharmacy in Riyadh everyday were 95 +/- 92.1 and 42.7 +/- 47.9 respectively. In conclusion the study introduce several points relating the way community pharmacy practiced. The number of clients and prescription handled in community pharmacies is large and deserve proper pharmacist-intervention for better pharmaceutical care. The pharmacist in community pharmacies is paid less salary than Saudi pharmacist in the government sectors, and works more hours. Because of that the chance to recruit Saudi pharmacists as an employee is low. Additional studies in the fields of community pharmacy are required for future development of this primary health care sector


Subject(s)
Economics, Pharmaceutical , Pharmacies/supply & distribution , Pharmacy Administration , Data Collection , Surveys and Questionnaires
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