Ask About Indications During Med Histories

January 2023

You can help prevent confusion and errors by documenting indications on med histories.

Think of this as one more safeguard in the dispensing process.

For example, noting that a patient takes metformin for polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) clarifies that it’s NOT for diabetes.

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Table of Contents

Compounding Tackle USP 797 Sterile Compounding Updates
Med Safety Revisit Safeguards for Keeping Vials Straight
Med Histories Ask About Indications During Med Histories
Compounding Prepare for USP 795 Nonsterile Compounding Changes
Nebulizers Prevent Errors With Nebulized Meds
Practice Don’t Wait to Start Networking
COVID-19 Avoid Mishaps With Anakinra Orders for COVID-19
Med Safety Watch for Clues for Acute Med Uses
OTC Products Stay Alert for Confusing OTC Brand-Name Extensions