Clinical Pharmacy Service in the Intensive Care Unit during COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Critical care pharmacist is essential member of the intensive care unit (ICU) multidisciplinary team. ?During COVID-19 pandemic, ICU pharmacists showed their vital role in conceptualizing, appraising, and drafting prevention and treatment protocols, as well as evaluating the available evidence and providing the best references to develop national and institutional guidelines in COVID-19 management. In addition, their responsibilities include ensuring that the patient is receiving the safe and effective treatment. In addition, during this pandemic, clinical pharmacists around the Kingdom played a crucial role in mitigation of drug shortages.