The pharmaceutical expertise of pharmacists, uniquely qualifies them to lead and engage in translational research and product development in the rapidly changing field of clinical nutrition. As key members of the multidisciplinary nutrition support team, their comprehensive drug knowledge makes pharmacists invaluable for the safe and effective use of medicines.
Routine medication management and monitoring of intestinal failure patients undergoing chyme reinfusion therapy, with the Insides® System, has confirmed earlier weaning from parenteral nutrition and reduced use of antidiarrheal medications with consequent savings in healthcare costs.