Separation of prescribing and dispensing in Malaysia: public perception of pharmacists’ roles and agreement towards a separation policy

Full separation of prescribing and dispensing remains a subject of heated debate in Malaysia. Understanding public perception on the issue in order to garner public support is crucial in efforts to enact a change in policy.

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