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  Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh. We begin in the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. May peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam), his family, his companions, and all who follow their path with sincerity. In this issue of Pharmacy Beyond the Counter, we address a sensitive but important subject in healthcare practice: conflicts of interest . As pharmacists and future healthcare professionals, our decisions influence treatment outcomes, patient trust, and the credibility of the profession. Understanding where conflicts arise and how to navigate them ethically is essential to safe and sincere practice. Conflicts of Interest in Pharmacy Practice and Healthcare A conflict of interest occurs when personal, financial, or institutional benefits have the potential to influence professional judgment. In pharmacy practice, this may appear in subtle ways: pressure to promote certain brands, incentives tied to ...

  ‎Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh. We begin in the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. May peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam), his family, his companions, and all who follow their path with sincerity . In this issue of Pharmacy Beyond the Counter, we explore a fundamental yet profound aspect of pharmacy practice: the pharmacist oath . Beyond the ceremony and joy of reciting this pledge, it represents a solemn commitment to patient welfare, ethical practice, and service to humanity. For Muslim pharmacists and students, the oath resonates deeply with Islamic principles such as Qasam (oath) and ʿAhd (covenant), emphasizing accountability, integrity, and responsibility to both people and Allah. In this issue, we reflect on the power of this oath and how it transforms pharmacy practice into a true form of service and worship. The Oath of a Pharmacist: The Power it Holds  Whenever people hear or...

  Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh. We begin in the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. May peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam), his family, his companions, and all who follow their path with sincerity. In this issue of Pharmacy Beyond the Counter, we turn our focus to a rapidly advancing frontier in pharmaceutical science: “ Artificial Intelligence in Drug Discovery ”.  Drug discovery has always stood at the intersection of science, patience, and uncertainty. Behind every effective medicine is a long journey of experimentation, refinement, and failure before success. As diseases evolve and global health challenges become more complex, the need for faster, more precise, and more efficient drug development has never been greater. In response to this demand, artificial intelligence is emerging as a powerful tool, reshaping how pharmaceutical research is conducted and how new therapies are broug...

 Jannah Beneath Their Feet: The Virtue of Kindness to Parents Bismillahi Rahmani-Raheem  Honouring one’s parents is one of the greatest duties in Islam, carrying immense spiritual rewards and blessings. Islam places parents in a position of deep respect, compassion, and gratitude. Their sacrifices, whether seen or unseen shape our lives from childhood to adulthood. This is why Allah repeatedly reminds believers to treat their parents with the highest level of kindness. Allah says in the Qur’an: “And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him, and that you be kind to parents..” (Qur’an 17:23).  This verse places kindness to parents immediately after the command to worship Allah alone, showing its importance. In the same verse, Allah continues: “If one or both of them reach old age with you, do not say to them even a word of irritation, nor rebuke them, but speak to them noble words.” This teaches us that even the smallest sign of annoyance is discouraged. The Pro...