23 May, 2022
- Potentially inappropriate prescribing (PIP) occurs when the risks of prescribed medications outweigh their potential benefits, leaving the patient at increased risk of adverse drug reactions (ADRs)
- Risk factors for PIP include polypharmacy, multimorbidity, and older age
- Certain medications are higher risk for ADRs and require regular monitoring by the prescriber to mitigate their risks of ADRs
- There is some evidence that structured medication review in primary care can optimise prescribing and improve patient outcomes