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Clinical pharmacy

Clinical pharmacy is like when you go to the doctor and get medicine to make you feel better, but instead of just the doctor giving you the medicine, a special pharmacist helps too.

This pharmacist is kind of like a medicine superhero. They help to make sure that the medicine you’re taking is safe and will work well with your body. They also help figure out the right dose of medicine for you and make sure you’re taking it at the right time.

For example, let's say you have a cold and your doctor gives you a prescription for antibiotics. The clinical pharmacist will review your medical history to see if you have any allergies or are taking other medicines that could interact with the antibiotics. They will also talk to you about how to take the antibiotics, how often to take them, and any side effects you might experience.

So, clinical pharmacy is really important because it helps make sure medicines are safe, effective and you are taking them the right way.
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