Therapeutic management of gastrointestinal disorders

Abstract

Chronic gastrointestinal disorders are becoming more widespread among the population, therefore physicians and pharmacists are meant to use their knowledge and deliver appropriate treatments according to the needs of each patient, relying on new research results and medical practice acquisitions. Common chronic gastrointestinal disorders are: gastroesophageal reflux disease, dyspepsia, irritable bowel syndrome, coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease, with a growing global incidence and prevalence, especially in Western countries, being closely linked to socio-economic progress. The effect of patient counseling is seen in improving the patient`s quality of life. As part of medication therapy management, patient counseling focusing on compliance, diet and medications is an effective tool to improve health-related. Such services improve outcomes in chronic gastrointestinal disorders.