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Addressing Cold and Flu Symptoms With OTC Options: An Evaluation of Homeopathic Approaches

Release Date

October 18, 2019

Expiration Date

October 22, 2021

Credits

2.5 Credits

Topics

OTC
THIS ACTIVITY IS SUPPORTED BY AN EDUCATIONAL GRANT FROM BOIRON USA.

Addressing Cold and Flu Symptoms With OTC Options: An Evaluation of Homeopathic Approaches

Faculty

Burke Lennihan, RN, CCH
Homeopath
Lydian Center for Innovative Healthcare
Cambridge, Massachusetts

June R. Shibley, RPh, PharmD, ND
Naturopathic PharmD Services
Cambridge, Massachusetts

MEDICAL WRITING FOR DecisionSim AND EDITORIAL SUPPORT

Jeannette Y. Wick, RPh, MBA, FASCP
Freelance Medical Writer
Arlington, Virginia

Assistant Director, Office of Pharmacy Professional Development
University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy
Storrs, Connecticut

Activity Overview
Homeopathy is a system of alternative medicine that has been practiced for over 200 years and continues to be used by about 2% of Americans. Many patients experiencing self-limiting illnesses such as the common cold seek over-the-counter (OTC) medicines for symptomatic relief, and pharmacists are likely to receive questions related to their selection and use. This activity will provide a review of the appropriate use of OTC products for self-care and the role of homeopathic remedies so that they may make informed decisions for their patients. Pharmacists will be able to participate in an interactive posttest simulating real patient cases.

Educational Objectives
At the completion of this activity, the participant will be able to:
  • Identify appropriate opportunities for OTC treatment to address cold and influenza symptoms
  • Describe the principles of homeopathy and how the manufacturing process contributes to their safety profile
  • Explain appropriate approaches for addressing cold and influenza symptoms with homeopathic medicines
  • Investigate the role of the pharmacist in the community setting as an informed resource for patients

TARGET AUDIENCE: Pharmacists
ACTIVITY TYPE: Application
RELEASE DATE: October 18, 2019
EXPIRATION DATE: October 22, 2021
ESTIMATED TIME TO COMPLETE ACTIVITY: 2.5 hours

acpePharmacy Times Continuing Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This activity is approved for 2.5 contact hours (0.25 CEUs) under the ACPE universal activity number 0290-0000-19-219-H01-P. The activity is available for CE credit through October 22, 2021.


Instructions for Earning Credit
Begin the activity by reading the content in its entirety.
Click “Proceed,” then complete the online pretest. Once completed, click “Next” until reaching the activity posttest.
After successful completion of the online decision simulation and activity evaluation, your credit will be uploaded into CPE Monitor.
You must complete these steps before the activity expires in order to receive your credit. You may view your credit within 48 hours at www.mycpemonitor.net.

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Disclosures
The following contributors have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose:

FACULTY
Burke Lennihan, RN, CCH
June R. Shibley, RPh, PharmD, ND

MEDICAL WRITING FOR DecisionSim AND EDITORIAL SUPPORT
Jeannette Y. Wick, RPh, MBA, FASCP

Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ Planning Staff
Jim Palatine, RPh, MBA; Maryjo Dixon, RPh; Rose Namissa, PharmD, BCPS; Brianna Schauer, MBA; Susan Pordon; and Brianna Winters

Pharmacy Times® Editorial Staff
Colleen Hall

Anonymous peer reviewers were part of the content validation and conflict resolution and have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.

Educational Disclaimer
Continuing professional education (CPE) activities sponsored by Pharmacy Times Continuing EducationTM are offered solely for educational purposes and do not constitute any form of professional advice or referral. Discussions concerning drugs, dosages, and procedures may reflect the clinical experience of the author(s) or they may be derived from the professional literature or other sources and may suggest uses that are investigational in nature and not approved labeling or indications. Participants are encouraged to refer to primary references or full prescribing information resources.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLETION:
Computer or smartphone with Internet-access Web browser (IE7.0+ or Webkit-/Mozilla-compatible) with JavaScript enabled.

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