pharmacotherapy Flashcards
It is the use of medications to treat a disease or condition.
It is a broad field that encompasses all aspects of medication use, from prescribing and dispensing to monitoring and managing side effects.
Pharmacotherapy
Medications can be used to:
cure a disease, relieve symptoms, or prevent disease from occurring.
NOTE:
Pharmacotherapy is a complex field, and there are many factors to consider when choosing a medication for a particular patient. These factors include the patient’s age, medical history, and other medications they are taking.
The healthcare provider will also consider the severity of the condition and the potential benefits and risks of the medication.
It goes beyond simply recording what medication was dispensed. It’s a detailed record of the pharmacist’s role in optimizing a patient’s medication regimen.
Pharmacy documentation for pharmacotherapy
Refers to the Name, date of birth, address of the patient
Demographics
It refers to the relevant medical conditions, allergies
Medical history
It refers to current medications, past medications, reason for discontinuation (if applicable)
Medication history
Prescription information includes:
- Name and Contact Information of Prescribing Physician
- Medication
- Directions for Use
- Refill Information
Documenting any identified drug-drug interactions and actions taken (e.g., contacting prescriber for alternative medication)
Drug Interaction Check
Recording any adjustments made to the dosage and rationale behind it (e.g., renal impairment)
Dosage Adjustments
Identifying if a patient is receiving the same medication under different names and addressing it with the prescriber.
Therapeutic Duplication Check
Documenting the key points discussed with the patient regarding medication use, storage, and potential side effects.
Patient Counseling
Date for next medication review or potential side effect monitoring.
Follow-Up Date
Recording any feedback from the patient regarding the medication’s effectiveness and tolerability.
Patient Reported Outcomes
Recording the date of each refill dispensed.
Documentation of Refills
