Axatilimab

Area of Science:

• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Health Services Research

Background:

• Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committees require up-to-date drug information for formulary management.
• Evaluating drug utilization is crucial for optimizing medication therapy and patient safety.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the offerings of The Formulary Monograph Service.
• To highlight the utility of the service for healthcare professionals involved in drug selection and management.

Main Methods:

• The service delivers 5-6 detailed monographs on new or late-phase drugs monthly.
• Includes 1-page summary monographs for pharmacy and nursing in-services.
• Provides comprehensive drug utilization evaluation/medication use evaluation (DUE/MUE) reports.

Main Results:

• Subscribers receive timely, well-documented information on emerging and existing medications.
• Monographs are customizable to meet specific facility needs.
• Online access to all materials is provided with a subscription.

Conclusions:

• The Formulary Monograph Service supports evidence-based formulary decisions.
• It offers valuable resources for ongoing medication use evaluation and education.