biostudies-literatureUnknown68Osoro I<b>Objective:</b> The study aimed to investigate the pharmacist interventions in minimizing drug-related problems in diabetes with co-existing hypertension. <b>Methods:</b> Prospective observational study. <b>Results:</b> Overall, a total of 628 interventions were recommended for 1,914 patients during the 5-year period of study. Among all the interventions, the majority were suggested regarding "substituting the drug" (39%), change in frequency of administration (25%), and addition of drug (14%). Patient compliance status was found significant (<i>p =</i> 0.29 ± 0.07). <b>Conclusion:</b> Clinical pharmacists have a crucial role in minimizing drug related problems. Particularly, there should be a greater emphasis on patient counselling and patient follow-up.International journal of public health1605808https://www.ebi.ac.uk/biostudies/studies/S-EPMC10106567biostudies-literaturePharmacist Interventions in Minimizing Drug Related Problems in Diabetes With Co-Existing Hypertension: A Five-Year Overview and Ground Report From India.PMC10106567Sharma AOsoro IVohra MAmir MfalsePharmacist Interventions in Minimizing Drug Related Problems in Diabetes With Co-Existing Hypertension: A Five-Year Overview and Ground Report From India.<b>Objective:</b> The study aimed to investigate the pharmacist interventions in minimizing drug-related problems in diabetes with co-existing hypertension. <b>Methods:</b> Prospective observational study. <b>Results:</b> Overall, a total of 628 interventions were recommended for 1,914 patients during the 5-year period of study. Among all the interventions, the majority were suggested regarding "substituting the drug" (39%), change in frequency of administration (25%), and addition of drug (14%). Patient compliance status was found significant (<i>p =</i> 0.29 ± 0.07). <b>Conclusion:</b> Clinical pharmacists have a crucial role in minimizing drug related problems. Particularly, there should be a greater emphasis on patient counselling and patient follow-up.2023-01-01T00:00:00Z20232025-04-18T14:52:21.819Z2025-04-07T01:10:12.097ZS-EPMC101065673707751110.3389/ijph.2023.1605808