Research in social & administrative pharmacy : RSAP
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Res Social Adm Pharm · May 2019
Exploring pharmacy service users' support for and willingness to use community pharmacist prescribing services.
In 2012, community pharmacists in Ontario, Canada gained regulatory authority to independently prescribe, including renew and adapt prescriptions. Studies have explored views of pharmacists, physicians and policymakers about pharmacist prescribing but less is known about the views of community pharmacy services users. ⋯ Community pharmacy service users in Ontario expressed varying support for and stated willingness to use pharmacist prescribing services. This seemed to be due to their perceptions of the pharmacists' role (compared to physicians) and concerns about risks. Understanding these contributing factors will help implement strategies that address concerns and facilitate use of community pharmacists' prescribing services.