Table 5.

Use of Strep A Test in the Community Pharmacy.

• If the bacterial aetiology criteria are fulfilled, the pharmacist will offer to perform a Strep A test, if the technique has been validated and the pharmacist has been correctly trained to perform the test.

• Performing this diagnostic test in the community pharmacy is helpful in47: – Dissuading the patient from asking for antibiotic treatment without a medical prescription – Screening for bacterial AP – Providing the doctor with a diagnosis of the disease

• If the test result is negative the appropriate pharmaceutical action will be taken

• In the event of a positive result, in addition to being given symptomatic treatment, the patient will be advised to consult their physician to confirm the diagnosis and start the appropriate treatment