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- Artificial intelligence tools in community pharmacy: a literature reviewPublication . Castro, Francisco; Pires, Gonçalo; Pinto, Isabel C.; Cunha, José; Nascimento, Luís; Taboada Costa, Xavier; Mangoni, ArduinoCommunity pharmacies play a vital role in public health, serving as the first point of contact for many patients. With the increasing workload and complexity of care, artificial intelligence (AI) is being explored as a way to enhance pharmaceutical services [1-3]. Objective: This literature review aims to explore the current AI-based hardware and software technologies applied in community pharmacy, the barriers to their implementation, and their impact on pharmaceutical care. Methodology: A literature review was conducted using PubMed, focusing on articles from 2020 to 2025. Keywords included “artificial intelligence”, “community pharmacy”, “hardware”, “software” and “robots”. Inclusion criteria prioritized full-text studies of scoping reviews, systematic reviews or narrative reviews, about AI applications in community pharmacy. Results: The review identified a variety of AI tools, such as dispensing robots, decision-support systems, inventory management platforms, and chatbots. Benefits reported include improved medication adherence (up to +40%), reduced dispensing errors (up to -75%), and increased operational efficiency. Major implementation barriers are high costs, insufficient training, lack of technological infrastructure, and data privacy concerns. Conclusion: AI technologies offer promising opportunities to optimize processes and enhance patient safety in community pharmacy. However, successful integration requires strategic investment in training, infrastructure, and ethical safeguards to ensure safe and effective use.
- Medication use during pregnancy: patterns and associated factorsPublication . Medina, Flávia; Rodrigues, Leandra; Coelho, Joana; Nascimento, Luís; Mangoni, ArduinoPregnancy causes physiological changes that can increase vulnerability to illness and alter drug pharmacokinetics, while some medications cross the placenta and affect foetal development, especially during organogenesis. These risks highlight the importance of careful monitoring and support regulatory updates such as the FDA’s 2015 revision of pregnancy risk categories. Objectives: To identify factors associated with medicine use during pregnancy and describe consumption patterns among pregnant women in northeastern Trás-os-Montes, Portugal. Methods: A cross-sectional, quantitative, descriptive and correlational study was conducted with 205 women from Bragança and Mirandela, all of whom had experienced at least one pregnancy. Data were collected between April and June 2023 using a structured questionnaire adapted from Guerra et al. (2008) [2]. Results: A total of 79.5% reported using medication during pregnancy. The most used substances were folic acid (12.2%), paracetamol (29.3%), and doxylamine-pyridoxine (23.4%). The most frequent groups included dietary supplements, analgesics, and antiemetics. Although supplements are not classified as medicines, their inclusion is justified due to widespread use and relevance during pregnancy. A statistically significant association was found between age and medicine use (p < 0.01). Most women reported having received professional guidance and being aware of the associated risks. Conclusion: Women in northeastern Trás-os-Montes demonstrated awareness of medication risks and used medicines under professional supervision, despite few reporting complications. These results underline the importance of ongoing education and the role of healthcare professionals in ensuring safe medicine use during pregnancy.
- Oral Contraceptive pill and psychoaffective effectsPublication . Coelho, André; Folga, Marta; Sousa, Simão; Nascimento, Luís; Taboada Costa, Xavier; Mangoni, ArduinoBackground: Oral contraceptive pills (OCP’s) are widely used for fertility control, yet their potential psychoaffective impact is increasingly debated in clinical research (1). Studies show that users may experience increased negative effects and reduced emotional well-being compared to non-users (2). Experimental data further suggest that hormonal contraception can significantly lower general well-being in healthy women (3). Objective: To assess how the use of OCPs and age are associated with the expression of positive and negative psychoaffective effects. Methodology: A cross-sectional, observational, and descriptive-correlational study with a quantitative approach. The non-probabilistic convenience sample included 291 women (aged 18-44) residing in Northern Portugal. Data were collected through an online questionnaire, which included the scale Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS-SF). Considering the type of variables, statistical analyses included the Kolmogorov-Smirnov, t-student, and ANOVA tests (p ⩽ 0.05). Results: OCP users reported lower levels of positive affect (M=28.40; SD=8.83) compared to non-users (M=34.51; SD=9.07; p⩽ 0.001). Regarding negative affect, users showed higher levels (M=25.31; SD=10.42) than non-users (M=19.96; SD=7.55; p⩽ 0.001). No significant differences were observed between the age groups (p > 0.05). Conclusion: The findings suggest an association between OCP use and a less favourable emotional profile, regardless of age. This raises critical ethical and clinical concerns about the underestimation of the psycho-subjective effects of oral contraception. In this context, it would be pertinent to consider measures such as periodic psychological follow-up, regular emotional screening, and informative sessions involving mental health professionals.
- Self-medicationPublication . Mota, Inês; Mendes, Isabel; Almeida, João; Pires, Maria Francisca; Pires, Tânia C.S.P.; Nascimento, Luís; Mangoni, ArduinoSelf-medication allows individuals to treat minor health issues without a medical prescription, facilitated by the availability of over-thecounter (OTC) medicines [1,2]. This practice requires healthcare professionals, particularly pharmacists, to play a key role in ensuring the safe and rational use of medicines. Objectives: This study aimed to understand the motivations behind self-medication in Portugal and to promote informed and responsible behaviour among the population. Methods: An observational, descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted between February and June 2025 via an online questionnaire. The target sample was 385 individuals, with a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error. A total of 377 participants, all aged 20 or above and residing in mainland Portugal, completed the questionnaire. Results: A total of 91.8% reported engaging in self-medication, mostly women (77.7%), young adults aged 20–24 (58.1%), and residents in the North (60.1%). The majority held a university degree (54.9%) and were single (75.7%). The main motivations were prior knowledge (80.1%) and easy access to medicines (36.4%). The most commonly used medicines were non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (87%), antipyretics (67.1%), and antihistamines (32.4%). Although participants showed autonomy in decision-making, healthcare professionals were the main source of influence (51.6%) when purchasing medicines. Conclusions: Self-medication is highly prevalent in Portugal and is largely driven by convenience and confidence. The study assessed motivations through participant responses and sociodemographic data, revealing the importance of health literacy. Responsible self-medication behaviour was promoted through an educational questionnaire and critical data analysis. Strengthening the role of pharmacy professionals is essential in guiding the public and ensuring the rational use of medicines.