ECZEMA : Prise en Charge et Conseils a l'Officine

Abstract

Introduction: Eczema is a chronic inflammatory skin disease characterized by red, exudative, and often pruritic lesions. It results from a complex interaction between genetic, immunological, and environmental factors. The objective of this study is to evaluate the advice and management of eczema in pharmacies, focusing on the role of pharmacists in patient education and the recommendation of appropriate treatments to improve patients' quality of life. Materials and Methods: An observational study was conducted using a questionnaire to collect data from pharmacy staff. The data were processed using Excel and SPSS. Results: The investigation included 172 pharmacy staff members, of whom 16% were chief pharmacists, 42% were assistant pharmacists, and 42% were pharmacy students. Among them, 85% stated that eczema constitutes a public health problem. A female predominance was noted among patients with a sex ratio (F/M) of 1.56. Most patients were encountered in the context of self-medication. The most recommended medications were emollients and topical corticosteroids. Discussion and Conclusion: The pharmacist effectively contributes to education, awareness, promotion, prevention, and management of eczema in pharmacies. They also help direct patients to more appropriate medical consultations. The pharmacist's role is crucial in managing this condition.