Bibliometric data based on the Pharm.D. and Ph.D. degree in United States research ‐intensive colleges of pharmacy
ConclusionsDifferences are apparent between the major doctoral degrees at research ‐intensive, federally funded colleges of pharmacy; however, these differences were primarily identified for Pharm.D.‐only compared to the other doctoral degree types Future work should analyse the potential variables that explain the scholarly metrics differences between degrees and aim to analy se other areas of faculty impact beyond scholarly metrics. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 19, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Kyle J. Burghardt, Bradley H. Howlett, Audrey S. Khoury, Stephanie M. Fern, Paul R. Burghardt Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Effect of a Rational Drug Use Policy on the prescribing safety in outpatient settings in Thailand
ConclusionThe RDU policy seemed to be a contributing factor that decreased the unsafe prescribing of glibenclamide, while the policy effect was minimal for the other indicators. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 18, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Thananan Rattanachotphanit, Onanong Waleekhachonloet Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Bibliometric data based on the Pharm.D. and Ph.D. degree in United States research ‐intensive colleges of pharmacy
ConclusionsDifferences are apparent between the major doctoral degrees at research ‐intensive, federally funded colleges of pharmacy; however, these differences were primarily identified for Pharm.D.‐only compared to the other doctoral degree types Future work should analyse the potential variables that explain the scholarly metrics differences between degrees and aim to analy se other areas of faculty impact beyond scholarly metrics. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 18, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Kyle J. Burghardt, Bradley H. Howlett, Audrey S. Khoury, Stephanie M. Fern, Paul R. Burghardt Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Quality improvement in community pharmacy: a qualitative investigation of the impact of a postgraduate quality improvement educational module on pharmacists understanding and practice
ConclusionsQuality improvement forms an important part of the NHS quality and safety agenda; however, community pharmacists may not currently have adequate knowledge of QI principles. The postgraduate educational intervention showed promising results in pharmacist ’s knowledge, organisational culture and application in practice. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 14, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Asam Latif, Nargis Gulzar, Sejal Gohil, Theo Ansong Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Patient experiences of pharmacist independent prescriber ‐led post‐myocardial infarction left ventricular systolic dysfunction clinics
ConclusionsThis study demonstrates that a PIP ‐led post‐MI LVSD clinic delivers a positive initial patient experience. More research is needed to understand the longer‐term patient experiences, the impact of such models on medication taking behaviours and the experiences of carers and other members of the multidisciplinary team. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 12, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Iain A. Speirits, Anne C. Boyter, Emma Dunlop, Kimberly Gray, Lynsey Moir, Paul Forsyth Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Pharmacist ‐led cardiovascular risk prevention in Western Canada: a qualitative study
ConclusionsThis study raises questions about how external resources and broader determinants might enable, or hinder, future programme success and sustainability. It also highlights the need for greater understanding and communication of the importance of primary prevention and the role of pharmacists in CVD risk reduction and workplace health promotion. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 11, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Anita I. Kapanen, Annalijn I. Conklin, Barbara Gobis, Larry Leung, Jamie Yuen, Peter J. Zed Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Depression screening in adults by pharmacists in the community: a systematic review
ConclusionCommunity pharmacists are able to use depression screening tools to identify undiagnosed adults having symptoms of depression. However, there is little evidence around the impact of this screening on clinical and economic outcomes. Larger, well ‐designed studies that use a highly accurate, easily administered screening tool and include patient referral and follow‐up and pharmacist training are warranted to provide evidence on the impact of community pharmacists screening adults for depression. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - August 8, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Peter Miller, David Newby, Emily Walkom, Jennifer Schneider, Shu Chuen Li Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

The prevalence and perception of self ‐medication among adults in the Klang Valley, Malaysia
ConclusionThe prevalence of self ‐medication is high among adults in the Klang Valley, Malaysia. Adults who self‐medicate view the consequences of self‐medication in a positive light and may be influenced by previous personal or shared experiences. As certain risks with self‐medication may be underestimated, efforts to educ ate the public while promoting a more proactive approach among healthcare professionals should be encouraged. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - July 27, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Chi Zen Mok, Renukha Sellappans, Jason Siau Ee Loo Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research

Medication safety education through games: a potential approach to educate healthcare students on adverse drug reactions
(Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - July 27, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jimmy Jose, Rike Eekeren, Beena Jimmy Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

Use of social media and WhatsApp to conduct teaching activities during the COVID ‐19 lockdown in Pakistan
(Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - July 27, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tahir Mehmood Khan Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

Use of social media and WhatsApp to conduct teaching activities during the COVID ‐19 lockdown in Pakistan
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, EarlyView. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - July 25, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Tahir Mehmood Khan Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research

Medication safety education through games: a potential approach to educate healthcare students on adverse drug reactions
International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, EarlyView. (Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice)
Source: International Journal of Pharmacy Practice - July 25, 2020 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Jimmy Jose, Rike Eekeren, Beena Jimmy Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research