The study, by the University of Leicester, trialled onsite pharmacies in 49 homes across the UK
Basing pharmacies within care homes makes them safer for residents, new research suggests.
Researchers said one study suggested 70% of care home residents experienced drug errors daily and there had been regular calls for interventions to help to improve the management of medicine.CHIPPS conducted a randomised controlled trial in homes across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The project leader David Wright, who is a professor of health services research and head of the university's school of healthcare, said: "I am delighted the culmination of this six-year programme of work, undertaken by an incredible group of researchers, clinicians and patient representatives has produced this result.
Prof Richard Holland, who co-led the project, said: "A significant reduction in potential future harm from medicines is... a predictor of future clinical benefit.
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