Pharmacists' perspectives and attitudes towards the 2021 down-scheduling of melatonin in Australia using the Theoretical Domains Framework: a mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In Australia, prescription melatonin became a 'Pharmacist Only Medicine' for people over 55 with insomnia from June 2021. However, little is known about pharmacists' views on melatonin down-scheduling and perceived impacts on practice.

Aim

To explore Australian community pharmacists' views on and attitudes towards the down-scheduling of melatonin.

Method

A convenience sample of community pharmacists and pharmacy interns were recruited. Participants completed a survey capturing demographic and professional practice details, and rated their knowledge, beliefs and attitudes towards melatonin. This was followed by an online semi-structured interview. Interviews were guided by a schedule of questions developed using the Theoretical Domains Framework and explored

SUBMITTER: Yeung KWCM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10600292 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature