Pharmacists Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding Probiotics and Prebiotics: A Cross-Sectional Study from Palestine

Dala N Daraghmeh, Leen Kahla and Noor Taqatq

PLOS ONE, 2026, vol. 21, issue 6, 1-17

Abstract: Background: Probiotics and prebiotics are increasingly used globally as part of complementary health intervention for various disorders. Pharmacists, as accessible healthcare providers, are key in guiding safe and effective use. However, little is known about Palestinian pharmacists’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards these products. This study aimed to assess pharmacists’ KAP regarding probiotics and prebiotics in Palestine and to identify demographic and professional factors associated with pharmacists’ knowledge score. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 400 pharmacists using a self-administered structured questionnaire, covering socio-demographics, probiotics and prebiotics knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Knowledge was assessed using a scoring system, and participants were categorized as having poor (≤50%; 0–17 points), moderate (>50%–

Date: 2026
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