Impact of an Intervention for Self-Management and Glycemic Control in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in a Community Pharmacy Setting

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study was to examine the impact of the Japanese version of the PHOND study technique delivered across five communities by community pharmacists for patients with type 2 diabetes who are offered general diabetes treatment. The primary endpoints were changes in diabetes-related laboratory parameters, such as hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels and rates of health activity achievement. Results: Sixty-four patients with type 2 diabetes were followed up for 6 months. HbA1c levels were lower at follow-up than at baseline in the group with baseline HbA1c 7.0%≤ (7.5%±0.5% vs. 7.3%±0.5%). Healthy activity engagement rates were higher at follow-up than at baseline (63.8±29.1 points vs. 78.3±15.9 points). The PHOND study technique, which involves a collaboration between pharmacists and registered dietitians, may help provide access to care and promote self-management among patients with type 2 diabetes.