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Pharmacy united in the recovery of healthcare

Hospital Pharmacy Europe

Antibiotic prescription checklist During the discussion, Professor Philip Howard (NHS England, North East and Yorkshire) described how an antibiotic prescription checklist had been piloted in 66 community pharmacies. More than 70% of community pharmacists who took part in the pilot said that they would continue to use the checklist.

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Prescribing shift for Pfizer’s Paxlovid expands access but draws questions

Pharmaceutical Technology

Ganio says that, ideally, once an individual receives a positive Covid-19 result, they should call their pharmacy or communicate through a drive-through facility to minimize the risk of exposure. The pharmacist can then review their medical history to make sure there are no concerns of drug-drug interactions with Paxlovid.

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Taking stock of NHS medicines optimisation

pharmaphorum

The Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Trust has used electronic medical records to document and share medicines decisions with GP practices and community pharmacies. Technology can also join up and improve services.