Pharmacist Prescribing: Safe and Effective?

📅 Jun 25, 2026 · BMJ open

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Pharmacists prescribing may enhance care efficiency and outcomes.

Pharmacist prescribing can expand healthcare access and streamline care, crucial as healthcare demands increase. Out of 153 outcomes, 46 showed improved results with pharmacist prescribing, while 74 showed no difference in effectiveness and safety compared to non-pharmacist prescribing. The evidence suggests pharmacist prescribing is as effective and safe as traditional models, but the low evidence certainty limits broad implementation recommendations. Pharmacist prescribing shows promise in enhancing healthcare outcomes and access.

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Authors: Teahan Á, Sharp M, Farragher A, Strawbridge J, Long J

Citation: Teahan Á, Sharp M, Farragher A, et al. Effectiveness and safety of pharmacist prescribing: a systematic review. BMJ open. 2026;16(6):e112886. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2025-112886

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