Ramp Up Transdermal Patch Safety

August 2021

New and recurring errors will put safety strategies for transdermal patches back in the spotlight.

Continue to use tactics such as helping avoid fentanyl patches for acute pain and following hospital policies for patch disposal.

Also consider additional ways to ramp up patch safety.

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Table of Contents

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High-Alert Meds Ensure Safety With IV Potassium Chloride
COVID-19 Know the Latest About COVID-19 Monoclonal Antibodies
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COVID-19 Expect to Dispense Tocilizumab for COVID-19 Under an EUA
Transdermal Patches Ramp Up Transdermal Patch Safety
Alzheimer Disease Anticipate Debate About Aducanumab for Alzheimer's Disease
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