A REVIEW ON PATIENT COUNSELLING AND SOLACING IN PHARMACY
Rashmit Kour Ajmani, Khushboo Gupta*, Pranjul Shrivastava, Sandip Prasad Tiwari
Faculty of Pharmacy, Kalinga University, Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh India (492101)
ABSTRACT
Patient counselling and solacing are fundamental aspects of modern pharmacy practice, aiming to optimize patient outcomes and ensure medication safety. This abstract presents a comprehensive overview of the importance, challenges, and strategies for effective patient counselling and solacing in pharmacy settings. The primary objective of patient counselling is to empower patients with knowledge about their medications, including proper usage, potential side effects, and adherence strategies. Moreover, effective counselling fosters a trusting patient-pharmacist relationship, facilitating open communication and shared decision-making. To address these challenges, pharmacists must adopt a patient-centered approach, tailoring counselling sessions to meet individual patient needs and preferences. Utilizing clear and concise language, employing visual aids and technology, and actively engaging patients in dialogue can enhance comprehension and promote medication adherence.
Keywords: Patient counselling, Medication, support.
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