The common cold and other respiratory tract infections

Respiratory infections including the common cold, influenza, pharyngitis, and sinusitis are the 10th leading cause of decreased productivity and absenteeism for U.S. employers. Treatment of these illnesses involves both prescription and nonprescription products and account for many questions aimed a...

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Published in:Drug Topics 2005-10, Vol.149 (19), p.79
Main Authors: Unterwagner, Whitney L, Devereux, Patrick
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Colds
Continuing education
Drug therapy
Infections
Influenza
Medical treatment
Pharmacists
Respiratory diseases
Sinusitis
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Summary:Respiratory infections including the common cold, influenza, pharyngitis, and sinusitis are the 10th leading cause of decreased productivity and absenteeism for U.S. employers. Treatment of these illnesses involves both prescription and nonprescription products and account for many questions aimed at pharmacists. The role of the pharmacist is very important when making recommendations for patients regarding respiratory tract infections. It is important for the pharmacist to understand how to assess the patient's symptoms, make the appropriate recommendations, and understand when it is time to refer the patient to a physician. Treatment of the common cold, bronchitis, influenza, pharyngitis and sinusitis are discussed.
ISSN:0012-6616
1937-8157