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Dennis J Cada1, Danial E Baker2, Ross Jason Bindler3
1Founder and Contributing Editor, The Formulary , Washington State University , Spokane, Washington.
Hospital Pharmacy
|September 26, 2015
Summary
The Formulary Monograph Service provides monthly drug monographs and utilization evaluations for Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committees. This service aids in informed drug selection and safe medication use for healthcare facilities.
Area of Science:
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Drug Information
Background:
- The Formulary Monograph Service delivers essential drug information to healthcare professionals.
- It supports Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committees in decision-making for newly released and late-stage trial drugs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide timely and comprehensive drug monographs and medication use evaluations.
- To support informed drug formulary management and clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- Monthly delivery of 5-6 detailed monographs on new or investigational drugs.
- Inclusion of 1-page summary monographs for pharmacy and nursing in-services.
- Provision of a comprehensive drug utilization evaluation/medication use evaluation (DUE/MUE) monthly.
Main Results:
- Subscribers receive print and online access to monographs.
- Customization options are available to meet specific facility needs.
- A monthly drug class review is now included, with selected reviews published in Hospital Pharmacy.
Conclusions:
- The service offers a valuable resource for drug information and utilization review.
- It facilitates evidence-based formulary decisions and enhances medication safety.
- The integration of drug class reviews adds further depth to the subscription offering.
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