UAE pharmacists' perceptions of the causes of unwanted or unused medications, their practices, and barriers to promoting safe medication disposal by the public.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The improper disposal of unwanted or unused medications is a pressing issue that can lead to drug misuse and environmental contamination. Pharmacists play a crucial role in promoting safe drug disposal by the public. This study explores pharmacists' perceptions of the causes of unwanted and unused medications, their practices, and the barriers to promoting safe medication disposal among the public in the United Arab Emirates.

Methods

This cross-sectional study included pharmacists working in the UAE's community and hospital settings with direct patient contact. A convenience sampling approach was used, where pharmacists who were available during the data collection period were invited to participate. Printed copies or a survey link to the questionnaire were provid

SUBMITTER: Abbas MO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11744944 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature