Exploring the Pharmaceutical Consumer Journey: Evidence from Community Pharmacies in Londrina, Brazil

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  • André Schmidt Suaiden Associate Professor at the Filadélfia University Center (UNIFIL) and Professor at the Institute of Science, Technology and Quality (ICTQ), PhD in Pharmacology. University of São Paulo (USP). Department of Pharmacology. Av. Professor Lineu Prestes, 1524 – Butantã; 05508-000 São Paulo, SP, Brazil.
  • Bruce Soares Cardoso Professor at the Institute of Science, Technology and Quality (ICTQ), PhD in Molecular Pathology (University of Brasília – UnB), Faculty of Medicine. Darci Ribeiro Campus, Asa Norte, Brasília, DF, Brazil.
  • Robson da Silva de Oliveira Clinical Pharmacist, Postgraduate in Clinical Pharmacy from the University of Chile and in Pharmaceutical Consulting from the Institute of Science, Technology and Quality (ICTQ)
  • Dayse Maciel de Araujo Associate Professor at the PECEGE Institute – PhD in Communication and Consumer Practices (ESPM-SP) – Rua Alexandre Herculano 120, room T4 – Vila Monteiro – ZIP code 13418-445 – Piracicaba (SP), Brazil.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36557/2009-3578.2025v11n1p283-294

Palavras-chave:

pharmacy consumer Journey; healthcare marketing; pharmacy services; decision-making.

Resumo

Pharmaceutical retail in Brazil has undergone a structural transformation, integrating clinical services alongside the sale of medicines and beauty products. This study investigates the pharmaceutical consumer journey in community pharmacies in Londrina (Paraná), focusing on the impact of clinical services (such as consultations and laboratory tests) on consumer decision-making and store loyalty. A quantitative survey was administered to 118 residents of the city, collecting data on purchasing behavior, service awareness, and perceptions of pharmacists' roles. Results show that women are the primary decision-makers in pharmaceutical purchases, often combining health and cosmetic product needs. Consumers value convenience, product organization, and customer service, but awareness of clinical services remains limited. The study contributes to the marketing literature by detailing a consumer journey that blends traditional retail dynamics with emerging health service expectations. The findings offer insights into the optimization of store layout, communication strategies, and service design for pharmaceutical retailers aiming to enhance customer experience and loyalty.

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2025-06-24

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Suaiden, A. S., Cardoso, B. S., Oliveira, R. da S. de, & Araujo, D. M. de. (2025). Exploring the Pharmaceutical Consumer Journey: Evidence from Community Pharmacies in Londrina, Brazil. INTERFERENCE: A JOURNAL OF AUDIO CULTURE, 11(1), 283–294. https://doi.org/10.36557/2009-3578.2025v11n1p283-294

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