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Assessing pharmacists' knowledge, attitudes, and practices on medicines waste reduction in the UAE.
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- Assessing Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) related to green pharmacy among community and hospital pharmacists in Jordan.BMC medical education · 2026Article
- From Policy to Practice: Community Pharmacists' Self-Reported Counseling Role in Pharmaceutical Waste Management.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
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Abstract
objectivesGlobal concerns were focused on the improper disposal of unwanted medications and using out-of-date medicines. This study aims to assess pharmacists' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding this issue, recognizing the role pharmacies can play as local collection points for the safe disposal of unwanted medications.
methodsA cross-sectional study design including a random sample of 603 pharmacists responded to the questionnaire via face-to-face interview. Multivariate logistic regression models determined significant factors affecting the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of pharmacists.
resultsThe levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices were generally low. Only 32.8% showed good knowledge, 17.7% had positive attitudes, and 32% exhibited good practices. Certain demographic factors were positively associated with higher levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices. These include male pharmacists, longer duration of experience, working in a chain pharmacy, working as a chief pharmacist, and receiving training about environmental impact and waste management.
conclusionThis study illustrated serious gaps in knowledge and practices among community pharmacists in the United Arab Emirates regarding medicines waste reduction. Despite awareness, nearly half had poor knowledge, and best practices were inconsistently implemented. Proper educational campaigns and courses, comprehensive training, and policy interventions are essential to address these gaps.
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