Current situation and optimization strategy of family medicine cabinet in the community
Objective In light of the issue of pharmaceutical waste,this paper examined the current utilization of family medicine cabinets and proposed optimization strategies for addressing prevalent issues.Methods Through the use of a questionnaire,data on the utilization of medicine cabinets in 100 households within a community in Xi'an were gathered and analyzed,with recommendations provided for addressing any existing issues.Results Currently,the primary issues with the utilization of family medicine cabinets include the absence of usage guidelines,and professional guidance,leading to a significant amount of expired family medicine waste.It is imperative to promptly implement measures to address these issues.Conclusion The establishment of family medicine cabinets within the scientific community is conducive to promoting rational drug purchasing,scientific drug preparation,and the economical and rational use of drugs by the public.By guiding individuals in the correct utilization of family medicine cabinets,it is beneficial for conserving drug resources,reducing drug waste,and improving the overall utilization rate of medical and pharmaceutical resources.