Understanding Community Pharmacists’ Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Biosimilar Drugs: A Cross-Sectional Survey

Conclusions: The current study revealed a lack of knowledge, unfavourable attitudes and insufficient practices related to biosimilar therapy among community pharmacists, along with several identified barriers. Future efforts should focus on comprehensive educational programs that deliver up-to-date...

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Main Authors: Anan S. Jarab, Walid Al-Qerem, Karem H. Alzoubi, Shrouq R. Abu Heshmeh, Yazid N. Al Hamarneh, Eman Alefishat, Salahdein Aburuz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2025-01-01
Series:International Journal of Clinical Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/ijcp/2248512
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Summary:Conclusions: The current study revealed a lack of knowledge, unfavourable attitudes and insufficient practices related to biosimilar therapy among community pharmacists, along with several identified barriers. Future efforts should focus on comprehensive educational programs that deliver up-to-date clinical information and emphasize the benefits of biosimilar drugs, specifically targeting male pharmacists, those with postgraduate degrees, pharmacy owners, pharmacists with less work experience, and those who dispense fewer prescriptions per day. These interventions are essential for enhancing pharmacists’ knowledge and attitudes and, hence, improved practice with respect to biosimilar drugs.
ISSN:1742-1241