Abstract

ISSN

2249-7633

e ISSN

2249-7625

Publisher

Pharmacy Practice & Drug Research

PHARMACIST-LED ASTHMA MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS: IMPACT ON DISEASE CONTROL
Author / Afflication
ejasri L, Gowthami M, Prasad Rao B1, Vanaja M

Pharm.D Intern, Department of Pharmacy Practice, KLR Pharmacy College, Paloncha, Telangana, India
Nagaraju M

Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice, KLR Pharmacy College, Paloncha, Telangana, India
Keywords
Pharmacist-based interventions, asthma control, medication compliance, disease control ,
Abstract

Asthma management initiatives led by pharmacists have become the powerful approach to better asthma management, increased medication adherence, and decreased health care usage. Such programs include direct interaction between a pharmacist and patients to maximize pharmacotherapy, teach inhaler technique, recognize triggers, and provide individualized assistance. Pharmacists contribute to improved asthma control and prevention of exacerbation by providing complete medication management, such as prescribed regimen changes, adverse event monitoring, and medication proper use. These programs are also focused on the education of the patients empowering them to be the active partners of their asthma management and make reasonable choices regarding lifestyle change. It has been established that interventions conducted by pharmacists yield better clinical outcomes, like less hospitalizations, emergency room visits, and quality of life. Moreover, making pharmacists a part of a team of healthcare professionals helps to add more personalized patient-centered care. Since asthma is a significant health issue in the world, asthma management initiatives led by pharmacists form a costefficient and sustainable solution to the burden of asthma and enhancing patient outcomes.

Volume / Issue / Year

16 , 2 , 2026

Starting Page No / Endling Page No

51 - 60