Preparation and Revision of a Hospital Formulary

Preparation of a Hospital Formulary

• Purpose: To develop a list of approved medications supporting safe patient care.

• Steps:

  1. Committee Formation: The Pharmacy and Therapeutics (P&T) Committee, including pharmacists, physicians, and nurses, oversees development.

  2. Medication Review: Evaluates medications based on efficacy, safety, cost, and patient needs.

  3. Selection: Chooses medications according to evidence-based practices.

  4. Documentation: Details guidelines, dosing, and contraindications.

  5. Approval: Formulary is submitted to hospital authorities for final approval.

Revision of a Hospital Formulary

• Purpose: To update the formulary with the latest evidence and therapeutic needs.

• Frequency: Regularly, such as annually, with updates for significant new data or medications.

• Steps:

  1. Monitoring: Reviews usage, new approvals, guidelines, and staff feedback.

  2. Assessment: Evaluates continued relevance, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

  3. Additions/Deletions: Adjusts formulary as needed for safety and efficacy.

  4. Updates: Revises dosing, interactions, and indications.

  5. Approval: Revised formulary is approved and communicated to stakeholders.

Both preparation and revision of a Hospital Formulary focus on patient safety and effective therapeutic outcomes.