Lecture Notes in Pharmacy Practice/

Abstract

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles and practical applications of pharmacy practice in community and hospital healthcare settings. It covers prescription dispensing, medicine administration and safety, pharmaceutical care planning, clinical pharmacokinetics, pharmacotherapeutics, patient counselling, medication adherence and health promotion. The text also examines the management of common medical conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, respiratory disorders, diabetes mellitus, infectious diseases and gastrointestinal disorders. Additional topics include responding to symptoms in community pharmacy, drug information services, medical writing, research methodology, pharmacy management, hospital pharmacy services, medicines regulation and quality assurance. Presented in concise chapters with key information and review questions, the book supports learning, revision and professional development. It is a valuable reference for pharmacy students and practising pharmacists seeking to strengthen their clinical knowledge, dispensing skills and ability to provide safe, effective and patient-centred pharmaceutical care