THE International Pharmaceutical
Federation (FIP) has asked
pharmacists to “think again” about
their roles in hepatitis prevention
and treatment.
FIP ceo Luc Besancon said it was
good news that there were new
and more effective treatments on
the market but their price might be
a challenge.
“If governments and health
insurers are to cover the costs of
these medicines, they would like
to ensure that the investment will
result in expected outcomes as
measured in clinical trials.
“The input of pharmacists in
ensuring responsible use of these
medicines is, therefore, crucial.”
This involved medication
counselling and follow up, FIP said.
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