Managing Acute Cough in Pharmacy Practice

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CCCEP,OPQ

15 min

Pharmacie

0.4 Credits

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Description du cours

This 15-minute eCME program supports pharmacists in treating patients who present with an acute cough. Pharmacists will gain practical insights on how to assess acute cough symptoms in pharmacy practice, key characteristics of over-the-counter (OTC) cough medications, and how to counsel patients on treatment. 

This program has received financial support from Reckitt Benckiser Canada in the form of an unrestricted educational grant. 

Détails du cours

Date d'expiration : 2026-10-18
Métiers: Pharmacie

Faculté

  • Kristen Watt, BSc, Phm, Rph
  • Alexandre Chadi, Pharm D., M.Sc, CDE
  • Carlene Oleksyn, RPh, APA, CDE, BSP, CTH 

Accréditation

This continuing education lesson is designed primarily for pharmacists and has been accredited by the Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) for 0.4 CEU(s).
CCCEP File Number: 1066-2025-4050-I-P. 

This continuing educational activity has been accredited by the OPQ; 0.4 continuing education units/credits will be awarded to pharmacists who successfully complete the program.
Accreditation number: 250499.

Objectifs d'apprentissage

Upon completion of this continuing education program, participants will be better able to:

  • Differentiate over the counter (OTC) cough medications, such as antitussives and expectorants, based on their therapeutic targets.
  • Explain the mechanism of action of expectorants, antitussives, and honey, and their role in managing acute cough.
  • Counsel patients effectively on cough management and the appropriate use of OTC cough products.

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