Records - Patient Profile

Question 1

What Must RPh Review on Patient Profile Prior to Dispensing? REMS Requirements?

Answer 1

Prospective Drug Use Review (DUR):
* Identify Potential Drug Therapy Problems

Question 2

Specific Requirements for Checking PDMP/Interactions/Indications?

Answer 2

If Pharmacist Discovers Drug Therapy Problems:
* Take Steps to Avoid/Resolve Action w/ Prescriber

7 Types of Drug Therapy Problems:
1) Unnecessary / Duplicated Drug
2) Needs Additional Drug
3) Ineffective Drug (includes dosage too low and incorrect duration)
4) Dosage too Low
5) Dosage too High
6) Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) / Contraindication (CI)
7) Non-Adherence (Over or Under Utilization)