Pharmacist-led medication review for hospital patients
This study tests whether a clinical pharmacist can help manage your medications while you are in the hospital to reduce unnecessary pills and lower healthcare costs. If you take multiple medicines, this may help streamline your treatment and prevent side effects.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years old or older.
- You need to be admitted to a hospital for a general medical condition (not maternity, children's, or psychiatric care).
- You must be taking 5 or more regular medications at the time you enter the hospital.
- You are expected to stay in the hospital for at least 48 hours.
- You must be able to understand and sign a consent form (or have someone legally authorized to do so for you).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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