Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs: Open Access

Francis Wafula

Publications

• Research Article
  Availability and Dispensing Practices for Antimalarials and Antimicrobials in Western Kenyan Pharmacies
  Author(s): Francis WafulaFrancis Wafula
  
  Background: Specialized drug shops (SDSs) provide quick and convenient access to medicines in developing countries such as Kenya and are often the first point of call for common illnesses. Policymakers are increasingly looking for ways of including them in the provision of health services. However, concerns still linger over the quality of services SDSs offer. Objectives: This study set out to describe the availability of antimalarials and antibiotics in rural and urban SDSs, and explore the factors that influence the dispensing practices of attendants. Methods: The study was conducted in SDSs in 2 Kenyan districts: Bungoma South and Kakamega Central. The study had 3 data collection activities: a census to generate a list of SDSs; a provider survey to describe the availability of antimalarials and antibiotics, and char.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2167-7689.1000106

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