Evaluating the Impact of Pharmacist-Driven Medication Reviews in Geriatric Inpatient Units: Reducing Polypharmacy and Preventing Adverse Drug Reactions

Authors: Shatha H. Abu jabah, Hadeel M. Alharbi, Sahar A. Alsuliami Alharbi

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13736380

Short DOI: https://doi.org/gvh8q9

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of pharmacist-driven medication reviews in reducing polypharmacy and preventing adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in geriatric inpatient units. Conducted in a large tertiary hospital over 12 months, the study involved 300 elderly patients who underwent regular medication reviews by clinical pharmacists. The findings revealed a significant reduction in the average number of medications per patient, from 9.2 to 6.8, and a decrease in ADR incidence from 21% to 11%. Additionally, hospital length of stay and 30-day readmission rates were significantly reduced. These results highlight the critical role of pharmacists in optimizing medication management for elderly patients, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing healthcare efficiency.

Keywords: Pharmacist-driven medication review, polypharmacy, adverse drug reactions, geriatric inpatient care, medication safety, elderly patients

Paper Id: 231147

Published On: 2020-06-06

Published In: Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2020

Cite This: Evaluating the Impact of Pharmacist-Driven Medication Reviews in Geriatric Inpatient Units: Reducing Polypharmacy and Preventing Adverse Drug Reactions - Shatha H. Abu jabah, Hadeel M. Alharbi, Sahar A. Alsuliami Alharbi - IJIRMPS Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2020. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13736380

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