Why do I need a medication review?
As part of our continuing care to our patients, we ask that all medication is reviewed by the practice at least once a year. We are changing our recall system to call you in on or around your birthday month to assist you in remembering to attend your review. The review is to ensure that the medication is still effective and appropriate for the condition for which it is being prescribed. Please note that you may also be monitored at a hospital or other institution, but we are also required to review you if we issue any prescriptions.
What will happen at the review?
The annual review may include a blood test, blood pressure check, etc, with an HCA or Nurse and then an appointment with a GP either face to face or via the telephone. For some patients, e.g., diabetics, this may be more than once a year.
How will I be invited?
You will receive an invitation to attend for your review before the month of your birth and then a further reminder attached to your prescription. For safety reasons, if you do not respond to these requests, your GP may have to restrict the quantity of medication on further prescriptions or opt to hold back further supplies until you are reviewed. Therefore, we ask that you respond as soon as possible.
Your letter will advise you whether you:
- Need to attend for monitoring with an HCA/Nurse and then see a clinician.
- Need to see/speak to the GP only.