Does a pharmacist keep track of a person's prescription drug history?
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Stacy Wiegman answered:Recording your prescription drug history allows your pharmacist to alert you if a new medication might interact with one you're already taking. Having an overview of your medications can also help the pharmacist assist you with other problems, such as determining which drug is responsible for a side effect. To take full advantage of your pharmacist, tell her about any nonprescription medications and supplements you take, as these can interact with prescription drugs too.
Even if your pharmacist keeps track of your drug history, always keep your own list of all the medications and supplements you take, in case of emergency.Recording your prescription drug history allows your pharmacist to alert you if a new medication might interact with one you're already taking. Having an overview of your medications can also help the pharmacist assist you with other problems, such... More -
Dr. Goldina Erowele answered:Pharmacists can keep track of your medication history via access to medication profile in the pharmacy or hospital. It is important for you as a patient to have a list of your medications especially if you fill or refill from different pharmacies. Having a medication list or journal allows your pharmacist and physician better access to perform drug utilization review to for any potential drug related problems. It is good practice to have a list of all medications including herbals, natural supplements, and vitamins with you at all times.
Pharmacists can keep track of your medication history via access to medication profile in the pharmacy or hospital. It is important for you as a patient to have a list of your medications especially if you fill or refill from different... More
