Guide for Reviewers

Thank you for agreeing to review a manuscript for the Journal of Pharmacy Innovation and Practice (JAPRI). Your contribution as a reviewer is essential in ensuring the scientific quality, integrity, and relevance of the articles we publish. This guide provides instructions and ethical standards for reviewers.

1. General Responsibilities

• Provide an objective, constructive, and timely evaluation of the manuscript.
• Respect the confidentiality of the review process. Do not share, discuss, or use the content of the manuscript for personal advantage.
• Identify any conflicts of interest (financial, institutional, collaborative, or personal) and notify the editor immediately if such conflicts exist.
• Decline the review if you are not an expert in the subject area or unable to provide a review within the specified time frame.

2. Ethical Considerations

• Ensure the manuscript respects ethical standards, including human/animal research ethics, informed consent, and data integrity.
• Report any suspicion of plagiarism, duplicate publication, fabricated data, or other forms of research misconduct to the editor.

3. Aspects to Evaluate

When reviewing a manuscript, please consider the following aspects:

1.	Originality: Does the manuscript present novel findings or innovative approaches relevant to pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences?
2.	Scientific Quality: Are the study design, methodology, data analysis, and conclusions sound and reliable?
3.	Clarity: Is the manuscript well-organized, clearly written, and easy to follow?
4.	Relevance: Does the manuscript fit within the scope and objectives of JAPRI?
5.	References: Are the references current, relevant, and properly cited according to the journal style?

4. Review Structure in OJS

When submitting your review in OJS, please provide:

• Comments for the Author(s): A constructive critique highlighting strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions for improvement. Avoid personal or offensive remarks.
• Comments for the Editor: Confidential remarks that may assist the editor in making a decision.
• Recommendation: Choose one of the following options provided in OJS:
  • Accept Submission
  • Revisions Required
  • Resubmit for Review
  • Resubmit Elsewhere
  • Decline Submission

5. Review Timeline

Reviewers are expected to complete their review within 20 days of receiving the manuscript. If you require more time, please contact the editorial office immediately.

6. Acknowledgement

The Editorial Board of JAPRI greatly appreciates your time and expertise in supporting the peer review process. Your contribution helps ensure the high quality and academic integrity of the journal.