Current status of medicines procurement

Ombaka, Eva

doi:10.2146/ajhp080604

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“…Many of the initial statements were merged into a revised overarching statement that hospital pharmacists should optimize patient outcomes through the "responsible use of medicines," a term newly defined by FIP. Responsible use of medicines means (1) that a medicine is used only when necessary and that the choice of medicine is appropriate based on what is proven by scientific or clinical evidence to be most effective and least likely to cause harm (this choice also considers patient preferences and makes the best use of limited healthcare resources), (2) there is timely access to and the availability of quality medicine that is properly administered and monitored for effectiveness and safety, and (3) a multidisciplinary collaborative approach is used that includes patients and individuals in addition to health professionals who are assisting in patient care.…”

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“…1 In total, six aspects of the medicines-use process were identified, and evidence supporting each was compiled. [2][3][4][5][6][7] These six aspects were medicines procurement, 2 influences on prescribing, 3 preparation and delivery of medicines, 4 administration of medicines, 5 monitoring of medicines, 6 and human resources and training. 7 A final theme, reflecting overarching concepts related to the practice and leadership of hospital pharmacy, was also included in the final set of Basel Statements.…”

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Revision of the International Pharmaceutical Federation’s Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy: From Basel to Bangkok

Vermeulen

Moles

Collins

et al. 2016

American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy

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).Purpose. The processes used to revise the 2008 Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy are summarized, and the revised statements are presented.Methods. The process for revising the Basel Statements followed an approach similar to that used during their initial development. The Hospital Pharmacy Section (HPS) of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) revised the 2008 FIP Basel Statements in four phases, including a survey of hospital pharmacists worldwide, an internal review, online forums, and a face-to-face "World Café" workshop in Bangkok, Thailand.Results. The global survey on the initial Basel Statements included input from 334 respondents from 62 countries. The majority of respondents agreed that most of the initial Basel Statements were acceptable as written and did not require revision. In total, 11 statements were judged by more than 10% of respondents as needing revision or deletion. The FIP HPS executive committee used the survey results to develop 69 initial revised draft statements. After an online discussion with the international hospital pharmacy community, including individuals from 28 countries representing all six World Health Organization regions, a final set of draft statements was prepared for the live discussion involving participants from 20 countries. The final 65 revised Basel Statements were voted on and accepted.Conclusion. Systematic revision of the FIP Basel Statements resulted in an updated reflection of aspirational goals for the future of hospital pharmacy practice. While this revision reflects the development of new goals for hospital pharmacy practice, the core principles of the Basel Statements remain an essential foundation for the discipline.

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Revision of the International Pharmaceutical Federation’s Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy: From Basel to Bangkok

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Moles

Collins

et al. 2016

American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy

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“…Pharmaceutical procurement is very susceptible to unethical practices. A study undertaken in 2009 demonstrated that transparency, professionalism and equity are some of the major concerning issues related to procurement in healthcare settings [6]. Although a global problem, multiple predisposing factors such as having a weak regulatory authority, lack of regulation enforcement, low staff remuneration, poor procedures and inadequate payment practices, place developing countries at higher risk of corruption [6].…”

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“…Therefore, equitable access to medicines is considered one of the fundamental rights of people and vital for achieving several Millennium Development Goals such as minimizing child death, improving maternal health and fighting against diseases like HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis [5,24,25]. With increase in adoption of contemporary evidence-based treatment systems, access to medicines has become an important topic for research globally [5,6]. Since medicines cover large proportions of total health expenditures, ranging from 40% -60% in developing countries [5,6], access to health is affected by affordability of medicines [26].…”

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“…With increase in adoption of contemporary evidence-based treatment systems, access to medicines has become an important topic for research globally [5,6]. Since medicines cover large proportions of total health expenditures, ranging from 40% -60% in developing countries [5,6], access to health is affected by affordability of medicines [26]. Therefore, accessibility and affordability of essential medicines has also become a growing concern, especially in low and middle-income countries [5,25,27].…”

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Medicine Procurement in hospital pharmacies in Nepal: A qualitative study based on the Basel Statements

Shrestha

Moles

Ranjit

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Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy

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Clinical and conventional pharmacy services in Polish hospitals: a national survey

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Background Pharmacist-led care services within the hospital pharmacy setting have a significant impact on efficient drug management processes. The work of pharmacists is directly associated with the provision of drugs and medical supplies along with additional clinical, administrative, organizational and educational duties. Depending on the country, these practice roles may differ to a significant extent. Objective The aim of this research was to explore the role of the hospital pharmacist and the provision of both clinical and traditional pharmaceutical services for patients and medical staff in Polish general hospitals. Setting Hospital pharmacies from all general hospitals in Poland. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted, utilizing an anonymous questionnaire as the research instrument. Heads of hospital pharmacies were requested to participate in this study and complete the questionnaire. The survey was initially piloted to improve the research method. Main outcome measure The types of pharmaceutical services performed in Polish general hospitals. Results 166 hospital pharmacies took part in this survey. The overall response rate was 60.8 %. The total number of full-time equivalent (FTE) professionals employed within the surveyed hospital pharmacies was approximately 833. The procurement and distribution of drugs were identified as pharmaceutical services performed by most of the participants. The significant majority of pharmacists were also involved in compounding, adverse drug reaction monitoring and rational drug management services. Eleven (7 %) of the responding pharmacists had direct contact with patients and 7 (4 %) pharmacists took part in ward rounds. More precise legal regulations regarding hospital pharmacy practice were measures indicated by most pharmacists as necessary changes required in the hospital pharmacy system. Conclusion Polish hospital pharmacists provide various pharmaceutical services. Their work is closely related with direct provision of drugs. There is an observed inadequate level of clinical services provided in comparison to clinical settings in other countries.

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Current status of medicines procurement

Cited by 20 publications

References 16 publications

Revision of the International Pharmaceutical Federation’s Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy: From Basel to Bangkok

Revision of the International Pharmaceutical Federation’s Basel Statements on the future of hospital pharmacy: From Basel to Bangkok

Medicine Procurement in hospital pharmacies in Nepal: A qualitative study based on the Basel Statements

Clinical and conventional pharmacy services in Polish hospitals: a national survey

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