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Fixed ‐rate insulin for adult diabetic ketoacidosis is associated with more frequent hypoglycaemia than rate‐reduction method: a retrospective cohort study
ConclusionsThe insulin rate ‐reduction protocol was associated with less hypoglycaemia and no obvious disadvantage. Robust intervention for low‐normal glucose values could plausibly achieve low hypoglycaemia rates with either approach. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - March 7, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jessica L. Lorenson, Michael C. Cusumano, Anna M. Stewart, Michael G. Buhnerkempe, Devang Sanghavi Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Pharmacy ‐led ward‐based education reduces pharmaceutical waste and saves money
ConclusionsThe findings highlighted the importance of pharmacy technicians and provided evidence for an advanced scope pharmacy technician ward role to reduce pharmaceutical wastage. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - March 2, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Julia Tisdall, Michelle Edmonds, Alana McKenzie, Centaine L. Snoswell Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research

Nationwide survey of experiential learning in MPharm programmes in UK Universities
ConclusionsWhile there has been an increase in the variety of placement sites and hours since the last survey in 2003, universities face challenges in terms of staffing and obtaining placement sites. There are also gaps in tutor training. More standardisation and regulation of the QA of the EL programme, placement sites and tutors is needed to ensure students obtain the most out of their placements. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 22, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Sabrina Anne Jacob, Anne C. Boyter Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Self ‐rated health and medicine beliefs among older hospital outpatients in Hong Kong
ConclusionsDemographic characteristics and significant association between SRH and NCD reporting support our claim that SRH opens new opportunities for prompt identification of potentially non ‐adherent patients. However, further interviews to determine the cause(s) of non‐adherence are necessary to validate such findings. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 20, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Bosco Wan, Patrick Ball, David Jackson, Gregg Maynard Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Barriers and facilitators for community pharmacists ’ participation in pharmacy practice research: a survey
ConclusionsTo encourage pharmacists ’ participation, researchers should offer clear instructions, possibilities for flexible time management, simple patient inclusion, task delegation and no additional contacts with healthcare professionals due to the research. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 19, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Esther Kuipers, Michel Wensing, Peter A.G.M. De Smet, Martina Teichert Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research

Spontaneous, anecdotal, retrospective, open ‐label study on the efficacy, safety and tolerability of cannabis galenical preparation (Bedrocan)
ConclusionsThese data suggest that a cannabis galenical preparation may be therapeutically effective and safe for the symptomatic treatment of some chronic diseases. Further studies on the efficacy of cannabis as well as cannabinoid system involvement in the pathophysiology are warranted. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 15, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Beniamino Palmieri, Carmen Laurino, Maria Vadal à Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Preparing pharmacy students for postgraduate training through a residency preparedness elective course
ConclusionUpon completion of a pharmacy residency preparedness elective course, students felt more confident in their understanding and ability to apply for a residency programme. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 13, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jonathan C. Cho, Kathleen Galeano, Natalia Sillas, Rebecca L. Dunn Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research

Exploring views of pharmacists on antibacterial prescribing: a Maltese perspective
ConclusionPharmacists in Malta are in agreement with prescribing selected antibiotics for minor ailments. A collaborative approach between medical practitioners and pharmacists should be evaluated as a possible national structure towards achieving better antibiotic prescribing whilst giving patient access to the use of antibacterials as necessary. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 13, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Maresca Attard Pizzuto, Liberato Camilleri, Lilian M. Azzopardi, Anthony Serracino ‐Inglott Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Preparing pharmacy students for postgraduate training through a residency preparedness elective course
ConclusionUpon completion of a pharmacy residency preparedness elective course, students felt more confident in their understanding and ability to apply for a residency programme. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - February 12, 2019 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jonathan C. Cho, Kathleen Galeano, Natalia Sillas, Rebecca L. Dunn Tags: Short Communication Source Type: research