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Summary Table of the pharmacist’s Key Pharmacist Roles
key roles across these four minor
ailments: Ailment Assess pattern/triggers; select appropriate OTC;
Headache counsel on analgesic use C over-use; refer on red
flags
Fever Distinguish self-care vs serious; advise on
correct temperature measurement and
Musculoskeletal Pain antipyretic use; monitor for signs requiring
referral
Menstrual Disorder Advise on self-care (RICE, ergonomics, exercise);
select analgesics; recognise red flags (neurologic
signs, fractures)
Educate on pain relief + lifestyle; guide safe OTC
use; identify when secondary cause likely and
referral needed
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