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Collaborative clinical pharmacokinetic services

R R Maddox, T W Vanderveen, E M Jones

    American Journal of Hospital Pharmacy
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    A clinical pharmacokinetics service interprets drug serum concentrations for 10 common medications. This pharmacist-led program optimizes drug dosing, improving patient care and resource utilization.

    Area of Science:

    • Clinical Pharmacy
    • Pharmacokinetics
    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

    Background:

    • Routine interpretation of serum drug concentrations is crucial for optimizing patient therapy.
    • Effective pharmacokinetic monitoring requires specialized expertise and systematic evaluation of patient-specific factors.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe a clinical pharmacokinetic interpretation program for common medications.
    • To highlight the role of pharmacists in drug dosage optimization and patient care.

    Main Methods:

    • Pharmacists trained in clinical pharmacokinetics interpret serum analyses for drugs like gentamicin, phenytoin, and theophylline.
    • Patient variables including drug elimination, distribution, and dosage are considered in each evaluation.
    • Interpretations and dosage recommendations are documented in patient medical records.

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    Main Results:

    • The program evaluates approximately 12 patients and 20 drug concentrations daily.
    • The service has demonstrated improved utilization of laboratory personnel, equipment, and time.
    • The program provides a framework for education, research, and direct pharmacist contributions to patient care.

    Conclusions:

    • Pharmacist-led pharmacokinetic interpretation services can enhance drug therapy management.
    • This systematic approach improves efficiency and patient outcomes.
    • The service is cost-effective and reimbursable by third-party carriers.