Pharmacy Research
Recent Submissions
-
Exploring stakeholder perceptions of implementing a pharmacist-led anticoagulation clinic in primary care settings: a cross-sectional study
( Taylor & Francis Group , 2024 , Article)Background: Anticoagulation therapy is crucial for managing various cardiovascular and thrombotic conditions; however, optimal delivery remains challenging in primary care. Pharmacist-led anticoagulation services have ... -
Curriculum, competency development, and assessment methods of MSc and PhD pharmacy programs: a scoping review
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Background/objectives: We aim to systematically review and evaluate the current landscape of postgraduate pharmacy education to a) identify current evidence, best practices, challenges, recommendations, and solutions; and ... -
The Impact of Diabetes Education by Clinical Pharmacist on Quality of Life and Treatment Satisfaction of Sudanese Individuals With Type II Diabetes Mellitus: Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial
( SAGE Journals , 2024 , Article)Background: Patients’ satisfaction with their treatment directly impacts the control of their diabetes. Quality of life is crucial for patients with diabetes mellitus to maintain long-term health and minimize complications. ... -
Prevalence, Associated Risk Factors, and Adverse Cardiovascular Outcomes of Statins Discontinuation: A Systematic Review
( John Wiley and Sons Ltd , 2024 , Article Review)Purpose: Statins are widely prescribed for cardiovascular diseases (CVD) prevention; however, a significant proportion of users discontinue the medication for various reasons. This review aimed to determine the prevalence ... -
Examining the perception of undergraduate health professional students of their learning environment, learning experience and professional identity development: a mixed-methods study
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: The quality of the learning environment significantly impacts student engagement and professional identity formation in health professions education. Despite global recognition of its importance, research on ... -
Evaluating the use of virtual simulation training to support pharmacy students' competency development in conducting dispensing tasks
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Background: The incorporation of digital health technologies in undergraduate teaching, such as the MyDispense program, provides a simulated opportunity to support students' competency development in dispensing tasks. ... -
Facilitators and barriers to interprofessional collaboration among health professionals in primary healthcare centers in Qatar: a qualitative exploration using the "Gears" model
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Article)Background: The number of patients seeking medical care is increasing, necessitating more access to primary healthcare services. As several of these patients usually present with complex medical conditions, the need for ... -
Anticancer drug delivery: Investigating the impacts of viscosity on lipid-based formulations for pulmonary targeting
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Pulmonary drug delivery via aerosolization is a non-intrusive method for achieving localized and systemic effects. The aim of this study was to establish the impact of viscosity as a novel aspect (i.e., low, medium and ... -
Video Lecture Capture in Pharmacy Education: Insights From the Pandemic Experience
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an abrupt and widespread transition to remote learning, compelling higher education institutions to swiftly adjust to novel modalities. This study examines the post-pandemic insights and ... -
Network Pharmacology Integrated With Quantum-Polarized Ligand Docking and Molecular Simulation Revealed the Anti-Diabetic Potential of Curcumin
( Wiley , 2024 , Article)Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder affecting millions of people worldwide and causes serious complications such as diabetic nephropathy. Curcumin, a natural polyphenol derived from turmeric, has demonstrated ... -
Exploring the Dynamic Interplay of Deleterious Variants on the RAF1–RAP1A Binding in Cancer: Conformational Analysis, Binding Free Energy, and Essential Dynamics
( Wiley , 2024 , Article)The RAF1–RAP1A interaction activates the MAPK/ERK pathway which is very crucial in the carcinogenesis process. This protein complex influences tumor formation, proliferation, and metastasis. Understanding aberrant interactions ... -
Erratum: The Impact of Pharmacist Medication Reviews on Geriatric Patients: A Scoping Review
( Korean Journal of Family Medicine , 2024 , Article)There was an error in the article, “The impact of pharmacist medication reviews on geriatric patients: a scoping review.” [1] In the editing process, the y-axis title of Figure 3 was incorrectly added, and we need to correct it. -
Pharmaceutical characterization of myonovin, a novel skeletal muscle regenerator: In silico, in vitro and in vivo studies
( Canadian Society for Pharmaceutical Sciences , 2018 , Article)PURPOSE: MyoNovin is a novel skeletal muscle-regenerating compound developed through synthesis of two nitro groups onto a guaifenesin backbone to deliver nitric oxide to skeletal muscle with a potential to treat muscle ... -
Unlocking the secrets: exploring the influence of the aryl hydrocarbon receptor and microbiome on cancer development
( BioMed Central Ltd , 2024 , Short Survey)Gut microbiota regulates various aspects of human physiology by producing metabolites, metabolizing enzymes, and toxins. Many studies have linked microbiota with human health and altered microbiome configurations with the ... -
Genotoxic impact of long-term cigarette and waterpipe smoking on DNA damage and oxidative stress in healthy subjects
( Taylor and Francis Ltd , 2019 , Article)Although a plethora of studies have examined tobacco smoke-cancer disease association, the involvement of cellular genetic toxicity remains unclear. Therefore, the present study provides molecular evidence for a pathway ... -
Cannabidiol Suppresses Cytokine Storm and Protects Against Cardiac and Renal Injury Associated with Sepsis
( Mary Ann Liebert Inc. , 2024 , Article)Background: Cytokine release syndrome, also termed "cytokine storm," is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality among patients with various conditions such as sepsis. While cytokine storm is associated with multiple ... -
5-, 12- and 15-Hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acids induce cellular hypertrophy in the human ventricular cardiomyocyte, RL-14 cell line, through MAPK- and NF-κB-dependent mechanism
( Springer Verlag , 2016 , Article)Recent studies have established the role of mid-chain hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acids (HETEs) in the development of cardiovascular disease. Mid-chain HETEs have been reported to have vasoconstrictive and pro-inflammatory ... -
The role of mid-chain hydroxyeicosatetraenoic acids in the pathogenesis of hypertension and cardiac hypertrophy
( Springer Verlag , 2016 , Article Review)The incidence, prevalence, and hospitalization rates associated with cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are projected to increase substantially in the world. Understanding of the biological and pathophysiological mechanisms ... -
Implementing learning into practice from continuous professional development activities: a scoping review of health professionals’ views and experiences
( Springer Nature , 2024 , Article)Purpose: Continuing professional development (CPD) is an approach for health professionals to preserve and expand their knowledge, skills, and performance, and can contribute to improving delivery of care. However, evidence ... -
Accuracy of an internationally validated genetic-guided warfarin dosing algorithm compared to a clinical algorithm in an Arab population.
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)To identify the impact of CYP2C9*2, *3, VKORC1-1639 G>A and CYP4F2*3 on warfarin dose in an Arab population. To compare the accuracy of a clinical warfarin dosing (CWD) versus genetic warfarin dosing algorithms (GWD) during ...
RSS 1.0