Organised by Reckitt
Chair(s)
Trevor Gore, Trustee of the Self-Care Forum, UK
Introduction:
The last decade has seen a significant increase in the incidence of reflux-like symptoms. At the same time, our understanding of the underlying causes and the increasing availability of potent acid suppression therapies has left many pharmacy teams unsure of the most effective approach to manage their patients’ symptoms. This session will cover the latest thinking on reflux management, featuring a panel discussion aiming to shine a light on the opportunities for community pharmacy.
Programme:
| 13:00 – 13:05 | Chair introduction & opening question | |
| 13:05 – 13:25 | Latest thinking on the causes and treatment of reflux-like symptoms & the opportunities for community pharmacy |
| Prof. Pali Hungin Kt OBE DL MD FRCP FRCGP FRSA, Emeritus Professor at Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, UK | |
| 13:25 – 13:40 | Panel discussion: Review of case studies of patients presenting to pharmacy |
| Dr Elsa Lopez Pintor as our pharmacist speaker? Professor, Area of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Technology, Universidad Miguel Hernández, Alicante, Spain | |
| 13:40 – 13:55 | Q&A |
| 13:55 – 14:00 | Key observations and closing remarks |
To explore the increasing opportunity for pharmacy to effectively treat and triage patients with reflux-like symptoms.
2. To explore the latest thinking on causes and management of reflux-like symptoms, including the role of lifestyle modifications.
Take home messages:
Pharmacists have an increasingly important role in the management of patients with symptomatic reflux.
Latest thinking on patient management highlights the importance of a holistic approach, including dietary, lifestyle, and psychosocial recommendations.
Pharmacological treatment options should be tailored to patient needs.
