Table 2 Rotated component matrix – doctors’ perception and expectation

Component 1 – Doctors’ expectation to communicate pharmaceutical issues and about medications

I expect pharmacists to inform me about the medications which are out of stock.

.891

I expect pharmacists to inform me about the available dosage forms and strength of medications.

.882

I expect pharmacists to return/clarify prescriptions if they are unclear.

.698

I expect pharmacists to communicate with me more often than the current practice.

.696

I expect pharmacists to take responsibility to communicate medication related problems they discover.

.527

Component 2 – Doctors’ perception on current status of communication on pharmaceutical issues and about medications

Pharmacists frequently ask me to clarify for them the objectives of medication regimen I have in mind for my patients

.825

Pharmacists frequently let me know if my patients have experienced some problem with their medications

.796

Pharmacists routinely inform me about more cost-effective alternatives to the medications I prescribe

.785

Pharmacists routinely inform me if they discover medication related problems with my prescriptions.

.739

Component 3 - Doctors’ perception on pharmacists’ suitability in providing pharmaceutical information to patients and prescribers

I routinely direct my patients to pharmacist to counsel regarding the safe and appropriate use of their medications.

.767

In my experience, pharmacists are a reliable source of information on medications

.757

I frequently contact pharmacist to inquire about medication interactions and side effect related queries.

.651

I expect pharmacists to educate my patients about the safe and appropriate use of their medication

.602

Pharmacists usually speak with confidence about pharmaceutical matters.

.547

Component 4 - Doctors’ perception on involvement of pharmacists in therapeutic management of patients

I expect pharmacists to assist my patients in selecting appropriate non-prescription medications.

.809

Pharmacists appear willing to communicate medication related problems they discover.

.725

I expect pharmacists to monitor my patients’ response to medications and let me know if a patient encounters any medication-related problem

.686

I expect pharmacists to assist me in designing medication regimen plans for my patients

.631