Pharmacist’s recommendation and dispense of medication for gastrointestinal pathology according to national legislation

Abstract

Pharmacist’s role in community pharmacy is to provide counselling for patients with disorders accompanied by mild symptoms that do not require medical consultation, but also is to recommend a referral to a physician when the severity of the situation requires it. The pharmacist also performs counselling regarding posology of the prescribed medicines, and informs patients about potential side effects that may occur. Gastrointestinal disorders are widespread among the population and pharmacists have the role and the responsibility to use their knowledge to dispense appropriate medicines according to every patient’s needs, in compliance with the legislation and recommendations of ANMDM.