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Communicating P & T guidelines: how one committee meets the challenge
Hospital Formulary
|June 9, 1987
Summary
The Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee optimizes drug use through utilization review and staff education. This ensures rational therapeutics and maximizes medication potential within healthcare settings.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacoeconomics
- Health Services Research
- Clinical Pharmacy
Background:
- The Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee's function has expanded from basic formulary management.
- Current roles include drug utilization review to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
Discussion:
- Effective communication and education of medical staff are crucial for P&T Committee success.
- Methods for maintaining altered prescribing patterns and managing formulary issues are discussed.
Key Insights:
- The P&T Committee plays a vital role in advocating for rational therapeutics.
- Drug utilization review is a key strategy for maximizing medication efficacy.
Outlook:
- Continued evolution of P&T Committee functions to include comprehensive drug management.
- Emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration for improved patient care and cost-effectiveness.