59MDWI44-115 — Medication Management

59MDWI44-115 governs pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff standards for pharmaceutical issues at the 59th Medical Wing.

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  • Publication number: 59MDWI44-115
  • Title: MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
  • Date: 2024-10-04

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It covers formulary management, emergency medications, medication ordering, dispensing, administration, recalls, monitoring, and antimicrobial stewardship. The instruction requires compliance with prescribed medication-management policies and procedures.

Applies to: This instruction applies to all personnel assigned, attached, or on contract to the 59th Medical Wing (MDW).

Topics covered

  • Outpatient formulary management
  • Emergency contraception
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Medication order review
  • Compounded sterile products
  • Recalled medication management
  • Antimicrobial stewardship

Questions and answers

Who can receive Naloxone nasal spray?

Naloxone nasal spray will be provided to eligible patients or caregivers upon request. (paragraph 2)

When is emergency contraception available without a prescription?

Emergency contraception will be provided to patients 17 years of age and older without a prescription. (paragraph 2)

What identification must males present when requesting emergency contraceptives?

Males requesting emergency contraceptives must present their military identification card along with the military identification card of the female beneficiary who will consume the medication. (paragraph 2)

When is medication reconciliation required?

Medication reconciliation will be accomplished when medications are ordered, prescribed, changed, discontinued, or used during the visit or when specific medication contraindications may be encountered during a procedure. (paragraph 8)

Who reviews new and renewal medication orders before dispensing?

All new and renewal orders for medications to be dispensed are reviewed for appropriateness by a pharmacist. (paragraph 8)

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