Impact of Drug Nutrient Interaction on Chronic Disease: Roles of Pharmacy, Nursing, Nutrition

Abstract

Background: Globally, chronic illnesses pose a significant threat to public health, requiring efficient management techniques to reduce their effects on morbidity and death. Pharmacotherapy is essential for managing chronic illnesses, but interactions between drugs and nutrients can have a big impact on how well a patient responds to treatment. Healthcare workers, especially those in pharmacy, nursing, and nutrition, who play critical roles in managing chronic diseases, must comprehend the intricacies of these interactions.

Methods: In order to investigate the important influence of drug-nutrient interactions on the management of chronic diseases, this review study carried out a thorough examination of the available research. A thorough search was conducted using preset search terms relating to drug-nutrient interactions, chronic diseases, pharmacy, nursing, and nutrition in databases such as PubMed, MEDLINE, and Google Scholar. The analysis comprised peer-reviewed papers, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses that were published in English to guarantee a full investigation of the subject.

Results: The synthesis of available data emphasises how complex drug-nutrient interactions are and how they affect the course and treatment of chronic illnesses. Drug absorption, metabolism, and therapeutic effects are just a few of the elements of medicine safety and efficacy that may be impacted by these interactions. Pharmacy specialists are essential in recognising and handling drug-nutrient interactions by working with other healthcare practitioners, conducting thorough medication reviews, and providing patient counselling. Nurses educate patients, work with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, and keep an eye out for any indications of dietary inadequacies or adverse drug responses. In order to minimise the consequences of drug-nutrient interactions and enhance treatment outcomes, nutritionists evaluate patients' nutritional status, offer dietary counselling, and optimise nutrient intake.

Conclusion: When managing chronic diseases, interdisciplinary cooperation between the fields of pharmacy, nursing, and nutrition is crucial for resolving drug-nutrient interactions. In order to maximise drug regimens, detect and prevent harmful interactions, and encourage patient adherence to dietary and pharmaceutical advice, chemists, nurses, and nutritionists can collaborate. For patients with chronic illnesses to receive holistic treatment and to have improved health outcomes, effective teamwork and communication are essential. Sufficient interdisciplinary cooperation and education are necessary to optimise patient outcomes in the management of chronic diseases and to efficiently handle drug-nutrient interactions.