Drug use in a day treatment center

The medication therapy of participants in a day treatment center was reviewed and evaluated. Medication data from patient or family interviews, physician records, and center records were correlated. Prescription drug use was low (three to four medications per patient). However, when nonprescription drugs were included in the data, drug use was much higher (greater than 11 drugs/patient). Patient compliance was 90% or greater. Specific recommendations for drug use review and control in a day treatment center are given.