Clinical pharmacist-led implementation of an intravenous-to-oral antimicrobial switch protocol: A prospective Quasi-experimental study

Key Points

• The implementation of the switch protocol enhances patient transitions from intravenous to oral antibiotics, improving treatment adherence.
• In this study, switching from intravenous to oral antimicrobial therapy resulted in a significant reduction in hospital stay length.
• Observational analysis exploring a pharmacist-led approach within healthcare facilities indicates better management of antibiotic therapies.
• These findings support the integration of clinical pharmacists in optimizing antimicrobial use to improve patient care.