Pharmacists evaluate information in order to provide an appropriate answer or solution to a problem. Health care professionals are provided with evaluated information on drug therapy according to DIPG standards and guidelines. The safe and effective use of drugs is assured. Pharmacists are in the best position to give patients advice on the correct use of their medicines. Pharmacists can assess patients who are most likely not to comply with their medication regimens.
Pharmacists provide assistance to other health care professionals who identify compliance problems.
The pharmacist instructs patients on how and when to take their medicines, what the medicines are for, and what side effects are likely to be experienced in accordance with EC regulations, whilst remaining sensitive to the needs of individual patients. The pharmacist supplies such information leaflets as are necessary. The pharmacist gives advice on appropriate use of devices when necessary. The pharmacist ensures that on discharge, the patient understands when and how to take their medicine, and how further supplies can be obtained. Counselling of patients is recorded by the pharmacist.