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[Technology to improve adherence in community pharmacy: a literature review]
Introduction:
Drug-related problems are very common and they need some specific attention. Improper use of medication as well as poor adherence leads to side effects, interaction, increased healthcare costs,...
Aim:
What technologies can be used in community pharmacies to improve drug adherence?
Method:
Articles were found in scientific databases Pubmed, Embase and CINAHL using a fixed search strategy.
Results:
In this review 21 studies were included. The different technologies were compared with each other. Reminders using sms or smartphone were the most effective.
Conclusion:
There are already plenty of reminder systems (SMS, Email, internet, smartphone) and practical tools (medication dispensers, MEMS) available in community pharmacies. A major hurdle is the lack of the infrastructure. There needs to be invested in systems were patients are confronted with their own drug use.
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