Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety, Volume 13, Issue (2021)

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Drug, Healthcare and Patient Safety, Volume 13, Issue (2021)

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Article
The Impact of Medication Reviews Conducted in Primary Care on Hospital Admissions and Mortality: An Observational Follow-Up of a Randomized Controlled Trial
Veronica Milos Nymberg, Cecilia Lenander & Beata Borgström Bolmsjö
Pages: 1-9
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforThe Impact of Medication Reviews Conducted in Primary Care on Hospital Admissions and Mortality: An Observational Follow-Up of a Randomized Controlled Trial | Full Text | References | PDF (1.9 MB) | EPUB
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Review

Review Article
Perspectives on Repurposed Drugs Based on Globally Accepted Therapeutic Guidelines to Combat SARS-CoV-2 Infection
Rina Rosalia
Pages: 11-18
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforPerspectives on Repurposed Drugs Based on Globally Accepted Therapeutic Guidelines to Combat SARS-CoV-2 Infection | Full Text | References | PDF (304.6 KB) | EPUB
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Self-Medication Practice and Associated Factors Among Health Care Professionals at Debre Markos Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
Solomon Ahmed Mohammed, Gashaw Tsega & Abel Demerew Hailu
Pages: 19-28
Published online: 11 Feb 2021
AbstractforSelf-Medication Practice and Associated Factors Among Health Care Professionals at Debre Markos Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (320.2 KB) | EPUB
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Assessment of Potential Drug–Drug Interactions and Their Predictors in Chronic Outpatient Department of Dessie Referral Hospital, Dessie, Northeast Ethiopia
Mengistie Yirsaw Gobezie, Hailu Birhanu Bitew, Abdu Tuha & Haftom Gebregergs Hailu
Pages: 29-35
Published online: 11 Feb 2021
AbstractforAssessment of Potential Drug–Drug Interactions and Their Predictors in Chronic Outpatient Department of Dessie Referral Hospital, Dessie, Northeast Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (272.2 KB) | EPUB
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Alcohol-Based Handrub Utilization Practice for COVID-19 Prevention Among Pharmacy Professionals in Ethiopian Public Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study
Assefa Mulu Baye, Andualem Ababu, Regasa Bayisa, Mahdi Abdella, Edessa Diriba, Minychel Wale & Muluken Nigatu Selam
Pages: 37-46
Published online: 16 Feb 2021
AbstractforAlcohol-Based Handrub Utilization Practice for COVID-19 Prevention Among Pharmacy Professionals in Ethiopian Public Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Study | Full Text | References | PDF (310.6 KB) | EPUB
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Household Level Drug Utilization and Associated Factors in South Gondar Zone, North Western Ethiopia
Amien Ewunetei, Hiwot Yisak & Belayneh Kefale
Pages: 47-58
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforHousehold Level Drug Utilization and Associated Factors in South Gondar Zone, North Western Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (737.6 KB) | EPUB
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Assessment of Drug Use Practices Using Standard WHO Indicators in Lumame Primary Hospital
Agumas Alemu Alehegn, Robel Gursm Aklilu, Kaleab Ayalew Tadesse, Bantayehu Addis Tegegne & Zemene Demelash Kifle
Pages: 59-69
Published online: 19 Feb 2021
AbstractforAssessment of Drug Use Practices Using Standard WHO Indicators in Lumame Primary Hospital | Full Text | References | PDF (322.5 KB) | EPUB
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Knowledge and Practices on the Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs Among Oncology Nurses Working at Tertiary Teaching Hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Selamawit Asefa, Fekadu Aga, Negalign Getahun Dinegde & Takele Gezahegn Demie
Pages: 71-80
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforKnowledge and Practices on the Safe Handling of Cytotoxic Drugs Among Oncology Nurses Working at Tertiary Teaching Hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (320.8 KB) | EPUB
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Review

Review Article
Potential Benefits of the Self-Administration of Subcutaneous Methotrexate with Autoinjector Devices for Patients: A Review
Jesús Tornero Molina, Juan Carlos López Robledillo & Núria Casamira Ruiz
Pages: 81-94
Published online: 29 Mar 2021
AbstractforPotential Benefits of the Self-Administration of Subcutaneous Methotrexate with Autoinjector Devices for Patients: A Review | Full Text | References | PDF (424.8 KB) | EPUB
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Article
Documentation of Procedural Sedation by Emergency Physicians
Mischa Veen, Peer van der Zwaal & M Christien van der Linden
Pages: 95-100
Published online: 06 Apr 2021
AbstractforDocumentation of Procedural Sedation by Emergency Physicians | Full Text | References | PDF (298.3 KB) | EPUB
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Review

Review Article
Managing Polypharmacy in Older Adults with Cancer Across Different Healthcare Settings
Andrew Whitman, Paige Erdeljac, Caroline Jones, Nicole Pillarella & Ginah Nightingale
Pages: 101-116
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforManaging Polypharmacy in Older Adults with Cancer Across Different Healthcare Settings | Full Text | References | PDF (382.7 KB) | EPUB
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Ophthalmic Solution Safety Profile: Active Surveillance of a Sodium Hyaluronate/Chondroitin Sulfate Combination in Peruvian Population
Homero Contreras-Salinas, Mariana Barajas-Hernández, Leopoldo Martín Baiza-Durán, Vanessa Orozco-Ceja & Lourdes Yolotzin Rodríguez-Herrera
Pages: 117-123
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforOphthalmic Solution Safety Profile: Active Surveillance of a Sodium Hyaluronate/Chondroitin Sulfate Combination in Peruvian Population | Full Text | References | PDF (305.2 KB) | EPUB
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Assessment of Staffing and Service Provision in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit of Hospitals Found in Amhara Regional State, 2020
Basazinew Chekol, Denberu Eshetie & Netsanet Temesgen
Pages: 125-131
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforAssessment of Staffing and Service Provision in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit of Hospitals Found in Amhara Regional State, 2020 | Full Text | References | PDF (251.1 KB) | EPUB
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Article
Adulterated Traditional-Herbal Medicinal Products and Its Safety Signals in Malaysia
Suriana Hanim Ariffin, Izyan A Wahab, Yahaya Hassan & Mohd Shahezwan Abd Wahab
Pages: 133-140
Published online: 08 Jun 2021
AbstractforAdulterated Traditional-Herbal Medicinal Products and Its Safety Signals in Malaysia | Full Text | References | PDF (282.4 KB) | EPUB
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Patient Safety Culture and Associated Factors Among Health-Care Providers in the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia
Aynalem Ayisa, Yalemwork Getahun & Nurhussien Yesuf
Pages: 141-150
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforPatient Safety Culture and Associated Factors Among Health-Care Providers in the University of Gondar Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Northwest Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (293 KB) | EPUB
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Quetiapine, Misuse and Dependency: A Case-Series of Questions to a Norwegian Network of Drug Information Centers
Jan Anker Jahnsen, Sofia Frost Widnes & Jan Schjøtt
Pages: 151-157
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforQuetiapine, Misuse and Dependency: A Case-Series of Questions to a Norwegian Network of Drug Information Centers | Full Text | References | PDF (749.4 KB) | EPUB
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Review

Review Article
Rational Drug Use Evaluation Based on World Health Organization Core Drug Use Indicators in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review
Birye Dessalegn Mekonnen, Mekuanent Zemene Ayalew & Asnakew Asres Tegegn
Pages: 159-170
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforRational Drug Use Evaluation Based on World Health Organization Core Drug Use Indicators in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review | Full Text | References | PDF (461.6 KB) | EPUB
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Original Research

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Self-Medication Practices with Antibiotics and Associated Factors among the Public of Malaysia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Adeel Aslam, Che Suraya Zin, Norny Syafinaz Ab Rahman, Márió Gajdács, Syed Imran Ahmed & Shazia Jamshed
Pages: 171-181
Published online: 28 Oct 2021
AbstractforSelf-Medication Practices with Antibiotics and Associated Factors among the Public of Malaysia: A Cross-Sectional Study | Full Text | References | PDF (815.8 KB) | EPUB
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Reviewing Potentially Inappropriate Medication in Hospitalized Patients Over 65 Using Explicit Criteria: A Systematic Literature Review
Hesah Alshammari, Eman Al-Saeed, Zamzam Ahmed & Zoe Aslanpour
Pages: 183-210
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforReviewing Potentially Inappropriate Medication in Hospitalized Patients Over 65 Using Explicit Criteria: A Systematic Literature Review | Full Text | References | PDF (5 MB) | EPUB
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A Narrative Review of Statin-Induced Rhabdomyolysis: Molecular Mechanism, Risk Factors, and Management
Nisa Safitri, Maya Fadila Alaina, Dian Ayu Eka Pitaloka & Rizky Abdulah
Pages: 211-219
Published online: 08 Nov 2021
AbstractforA Narrative Review of Statin-Induced Rhabdomyolysis: Molecular Mechanism, Risk Factors, and Management | Full Text | References | PDF (2.3 MB) | EPUB
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Medication Errors Among Hospitalized Adults in Medical Wards of Nekemte Specialized Hospital, West Ethiopia: A Prospective Observational Study
Mohammed Gebre, Nigatu Addisu, Ayantu Getahun, Jenber Workye, Busha Gamachu, Ginenus Fekadu, Tesfa Tekle, Bizuneh Wakuma, Getahun Fetensa, Balisa Mosisa & Getu Bayisa
Pages: 221-228
Published online: 08 Nov 2021
AbstractforMedication Errors Among Hospitalized Adults in Medical Wards of Nekemte Specialized Hospital, West Ethiopia: A Prospective Observational Study | Full Text | References | PDF (352.4 KB) | EPUB
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Short Report

Brief Report
Overprescribing of Topical Ocular Corticosteroids and Antibiotics in Out-of-Hours Primary Care in Belgium
Hans De Loof, Ellen De Win, Nathalie Moens, Veronique Verhoeven, Paul Van Royen, Elke O Kreps & Hilde Philips
Pages: 229-232
Published online: 23 Nov 2021
AbstractforOverprescribing of Topical Ocular Corticosteroids and Antibiotics in Out-of-Hours Primary Care in Belgium | Full Text | References | PDF (227.5 KB) | EPUB
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Review

Review Article
Safety and Risk of Medication Overuse Headache in Lasmiditan and Second-Generation Gepants: A Rapid Review
Flavia Lo Castro, Simona Guerzoni & Lanfranco Pellesi
Pages: 233-240
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforSafety and Risk of Medication Overuse Headache in Lasmiditan and Second-Generation Gepants: A Rapid Review | Full Text | References | PDF (362.6 KB) | EPUB
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Article
Regulatory Compliance and Associated Quality of Amoxicillin in Drug Retail Outlets of Southwestern Ethiopia
Abdella Aman, Gemmechu Hasen, Hayder Usman & Sultan Suleman
Pages: 241-249
Published online: 13 Nov 2022
AbstractforRegulatory Compliance and Associated Quality of Amoxicillin in Drug Retail Outlets of Southwestern Ethiopia | Full Text | References | PDF (373.1 KB) | EPUB
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Development and Implementation of an e-Trigger Tool for Adverse Drug Events in a Swiss University Hospital
Amina El Saghir, Georgios Dimitriou, Miriam Scholer, Ioanna Istampoulouoglou, Patrick Heinrich, Klaus Baumgartl, René Schwendimann, Stefano Bassetti & Anne Leuppi-Taegtmeyer
Pages: 251-263
Published online: 24 Dec 2021
AbstractforDevelopment and Implementation of an e-Trigger Tool for Adverse Drug Events in a Swiss University Hospital | Full Text | References | PDF (567.8 KB) | EPUB
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