Prevalence and predictors of medicine saving and future prescription medicine sharing: findings from a New Zealand online survey

ConclusionsThe high prevalence of leftover medicine storing practices and future medicine sharing intentions among adults in NZ suggests it may be beneficial to provide patient and public education about appropriate use of prescribed medicines and safe medicine disposal procedures. Further research is needed to elicit effective strategies to reduce leftover medicines and unsafe medicine sharing practices.
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research