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Terri L Levien1, Danial E Baker1
1Washington State University, Spokane, WA, USA.
Hospital Pharmacy
|June 26, 2024
Summary
The Formulary Monograph Service provides monthly drug monographs for Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committees, including utilization evaluations and online access. This service supports informed medication management and formulary decisions for healthcare facilities.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Pharmacy & Therapeutics (P&T) Committees require timely, evidence-based drug information.
- Evaluating drug utilization is crucial for optimizing medication therapy and patient safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe The Formulary Monograph Service, a resource for P&T Committees.
- To highlight the service's components supporting drug evaluation and formulary management.
Main Methods:
- Monthly delivery of 5-6 detailed monographs on new or late-phase drugs.
- Inclusion of 1-page summary monographs for pharmacy and nursing in-services.
- Provision of comprehensive drug utilization evaluation/medication use evaluation (DUE/MUE) reports.
Main Results:
- Subscribers receive up-to-date drug information essential for P&T decision-making.
- Online access to monographs enhances convenience and accessibility.
- Customization options allow facilities to tailor content to specific needs.
Conclusions:
- The Formulary Monograph Service offers a valuable, comprehensive resource for healthcare facilities.
- It supports evidence-based formulary management and medication use evaluations.
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