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PHARMACIST INVOLVEMENT IN DIABETES MANAGEMENT

ANA-MARIA ATĂNĂSOIE, CRISTINA RAIS *, STANCU EMILIA, ADRIANA-ELENA TĂEREL

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The present study investigated the responsibilities and activities carried out by pharmacists in community pharmacies in Romania for patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. The research used a cross-sectional survey for data collection. The study began in 2021, so treatment problems caused by the COVID-19 pandemic were also discussed. Because diabetes management is an advanced pharmaceutical care service, specific necessary competencies were also considered. The results showed that, in addition to dispensing the necessary drugs, the pharmacists provide several other services: counselling and performing glycaemic measurement, interpreting lab results, advising on a balanced diet and regular physical activity, informing patients about possible adverse reactions, frequent interactions, possible associated complications and about using food supplements as adjuvants to improve glycaemic control. It can be concluded that community pharmacists who have the necessary training and experience will play an important role in diabetes therapeutic management.