Evidências da Atuação do Farmacêutico como Educador em Saúde Sexual e Reprodutiva de Adolescentes no Contexto da Farmácia Comunitária

Abstract

This study investigated the evidence on the role of the pharmacist as na educator in sexual and reproductive health, with a focus on counseling adolescents about contraceptive methods a particularly vulnerable population group. Early pregnancy and the high incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among adolescents in Brazil, according to data from the WHO and the Live Birth Information System (Sinasc), demonstrate the urgent need for effective interventions. The research was conducted through na integrative literature review and sought to understand how the pharmacist na accessible professional recognized by legislation as a health education agent can contribute to reversing this scenario. The methodology followed na integrative review protocol using controlled descriptors and Boolean operators to access and select relevant studies from the PubMed, LILACS, SciELO, and Google Scholar scientific databases. The results showed that although pharmacists have strong potential to act in sexual and reproductive health education, their practice still faces structural and training-related limitations. Nevertheless, when supported by appropriate protocols, qualified listening, and responsible counseling, the role of the pharmacist in community pharmacies proves to be strategic in reducing vulnerabilities, improving the use of contraceptive methods, and promoting the comprehensive health of adolescents.