Community pharmacists experience of pregabalin abuse and misuse: A quantitative study from Jordan

Al-Husseini, Amneh; Farha, Rana Abu; Hout, Marie Claire Van; Wazaify, Mayyada

doi:10.1080/14659891.2018.1554716

Cited by 9 publications

(14 citation statements)

References 30 publications

Supporting

Mentioning

Contrasting

Order By: Relevance

“…This can be explained by the stigma associated with the use of such drugs especially tramadol, accounting for the low number of females with such prescriptions. This outcome is similar to two studies conducted in Denmark and Jordan, where male sex and prescriptions of tramadol and gabapentin are associated [14,17]. Regarding age groups of consumers, pharmacists described them as young individuals aged 18-30 years for tramadol and aged 31-49 years for gabapentinoids.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 85%

“…The methods used by Lebanese pharmacists to limit tramadol and gabapentinoids abusers from access to drugs do not differ from those reported by pharmacists in other countries such as Yemen and Jordan [17,16]. Methods used by pharmacists include mainly refusal of selling such products, keeping them out of sight, and providing advice to patients.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 91%

“…A study done in Amman, Jordan, showed that 24.7% of Jordanian pharmacists considered that the pattern of abuse/misuse of pregabalin was stable with time [17]. Based on this information, the minimum sample size for this study was calculated using Epi Info software version 7.2.2.2 (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, USA).…”

Section: Sample Size Calculationmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Since there were no previous studies or validated questionnaires concerning pharmacists' knowledge about tramadol and gabapentinoids, we developed a well-structured questionnaire based on extensive research about tramadol and gabapentinoids pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, side effects, uses, and drug-drug interactions. However, with respect to the practice section, some questions where based on previous studies conducted in different countries concerning the practice and attitude of pharmacists with respect to tramadol and gabapentinoids [15][16][17][18][19].…”

Section: Data Collectionmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Related to what has been presented previously, no study has been conducted on knowledge of tramadol and gabapentinoids worldwide; with respect to the practice and attitude of pharmacists concerning tramadol and gabapentinoids dispensing and misuse, several studies have been performed, but none of them took place in Lebanon. The studies were conducted in Jordan, Yemen, and Iran, reflecting the community pharmacists' experience on dispensing tramadol and gabapentinoids [15][16][17][18][19], by assessing the dispensing patterns, number of prescriptions encountered, and the patient profile. Furthermore, those studies addressed the misuse and abuse patterns of tramadol and gabapentinoids, reflecting an increased potential of abuse of such drugs especially among young individuals.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 4 more Smart Citations

Awareness of Lebanese Pharmacists towards the Use and Misuse of Gabapentinoids and Tramadol: A Cross-sectional Survey

Tarhini¹,

Taky²,

Jaffal³

et al. 2020

DSAHMJ

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Community pharmacists are the most accessible healthcare professionals. Recently, the increasing trend of tramadol and gabapentinoids prescription has become a global problem, with a high risk of misuse and abuse. This study mainly assessed the knowledge and practice of Lebanese pharmacists regarding the use of gabapentinoids and tramadol, and also identified the predictors of knowledge. A cross-sectional survey was conducted on a sample of 295 Lebanese community pharmacists over a period of 4 months. Data were collected using a questionnaire filled online by the participants. Knowledge scores for tramadol and gabapentinoids together and for each separately were computed and dichotomized into poor and good knowledge. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22 (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). The mean scores of tramadol and gabapentinoids knowledge individually were 18 ± 7 and 18 ± 6, respectively; 52.9% and 52.5% had good knowledge, whereas 47.1% and 47.5% had poor knowledge concerning these drugs, respectively. Moreover, it was observed that having a master's degree increases knowledge about tramadol and gabapentinoids by approximately two times. Regarding pharmacists' practice concerning tramadol and gabapentinoids dispensing, 97.6% and 71.5% of pharmacists, respectively, do not dispense them without prescription. About 43% of pharmacists believe that current governmental regulations are not adequate to control the problem of misuse, with 86.8% citing the need for new laws and better supervision on such drugs to limit their misuse. This study highlighted that pharmacists' knowledge concerning tramadol and gabapentinoids needs to be improved, reflecting the importance of enrolling pharmacists in continuous learning system.

show abstract

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 85%

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 91%

Section: Sample Size Calculationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Data Collectionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

See 3 more Smart Citations

Awareness of Lebanese Pharmacists towards the Use and Misuse of Gabapentinoids and Tramadol: A Cross-sectional Survey

Tarhini¹,

Taky²,

Jaffal³

et al. 2020

DSAHMJ

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

show abstract

Perspectives of Frontline Professionals on Palestinian Children Living with Sibling and Parental Drug Use in the UNRWA Camps, Jordan

Wazaify

Abushams

Al-Afifi³

et al. 2020

Int J Ment Health Addiction

Self Cite

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Context: The occupied Palestinian territories (oPt) consists of the non-contiguous West Bank including East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip. It is densely populated within these confines, and has a unique socio-economic context characterized by political and economic tensions . Around 2.2 million Palestinians are displaced and living in the ten UNRWA refugee camps in Jordan. Palestinian communities are exposed to a double burden of disease caused by the severe economic, social and health consequences of Israeli occupation and resultant displacement. Exposure to political violence, economic hardship, fragmentation of Palestinian families, unemployment, trauma and community stress underpin a reported rise in drug abuse. . Method: A qualitative study using focus groups ( n =3) with a convenience sample of health care and educational professionals was conducted in two UNRWA camps ( Al-Zarka, Al-Wehdat ) in Jordan. Guided discussions explored the experiences of these professionals in working with Palestinian families and children affected by substance/drug use and drug use disorder in the home. Data were analysed using thematic analysis (TA). Results: Five themes emerged from the TA. These were: 1)Access to drugs was perceived to be relatively easy in the camps; 2) Attitudes towards drugs appear to have desensitised, yet stigma persists; 3) Families of drug users are affected by fear, social and economic poverty, with significant physical and psychological cost to children; 4) Powered by Editorial Manager® and ProduXion Manager® from Aries Systems CorporationCauses of substance/drug use in Palestinian communities living in Jordanian UNRWA camps is multifactorial; 5) Solutions are multi-faceted and indicative of the need for prevention and support for those at risk, and affected . Conclusions: Threats to UNRWA from the current political climate and the reducing investment in services may exacerbate this public health and security issue. For an evidence based approach to have credibility in the camp communities, there is a need for accurate, factual information, along with robust epidemiological data, relating to the extent, characteristics and harms associated with drug use.

show abstract

Abuse and Misuse of Pregabalin and Gabapentin: A Systematic Review Update

Evoy

Sadrameli

Contreras

et al. 2020

Drugs

134

122

View full text Add to dashboard Cite

Community pharmacists experience of pregabalin abuse and misuse: A quantitative study from Jordan

Abstract: The version presented here may differ from the published version or from the version of the record. Please see the repository URL above for details on accessing the published version and note that access may require a subscription.

Cited by 9 publications

References 30 publications

Awareness of Lebanese Pharmacists towards the Use and Misuse of Gabapentinoids and Tramadol: A Cross-sectional Survey

Awareness of Lebanese Pharmacists towards the Use and Misuse of Gabapentinoids and Tramadol: A Cross-sectional Survey

Perspectives of Frontline Professionals on Palestinian Children Living with Sibling and Parental Drug Use in the UNRWA Camps, Jordan

Abuse and Misuse of Pregabalin and Gabapentin: A Systematic Review Update

Contact Info

Product

Resources

About