Medicines Optimisation session Flashcards
1
Q
Outline a few things that should be checked during a medication review
A
- Appropriate and effective for the patient’s conditions?
- Any unmet need?
- Any significant drug reactions?
- Cost-effectiveness of drugs
- Is patient compliant? Experiencing any side effects?
- Any additional over the counter or complimentary medicines?
- Have all possible lifestyle / non-medical interventions been trialled first?
2
Q
Outline the difference between the following in a medication review:
- Prescription review
- Treatment review
- Clinical medication review
A
Prescription review: technical review of the list of medications
Treatment review: review of medicines with the full medical notes
Clinical medication review: face to face review of medicines with the patient, including the condition
3
Q
How often should the following people have their medication reviewed
- People over the age of 75
- Taking > 4 medications?
A
Over the age of 75: at least once annually
Taking > 4 medications: at least 6 monthly
