
Summervale Surgery
Canal Way, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9FE
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Medication Reviews
Medication Reviews
For patients taking prescribed medication, we may need to review this periodically to ensure your medication is still right for you.
A medicines review is a meeting with a doctor, pharmacist or nurse to talk about your medicines.
Why are medicines reviews needed?
When you are first prescribed a medicine, a doctor, pharmacist and/or nurse checks that it is the
best medicine for you. However, things can change, for example:
- You might have developed a side effect from the medicine.
- Your health might have changed, such as developing a long-term condition.
- You might have started taking other additional medicines.
- The guidelines for treating your condition might have changed.
- You may be taking a large number of medications (known as “polypharmacy”).
- A medication you are on may be no longer essential for your health day to day.
All of these factors can affect whether a medicine remains the best choice for you.
Structured Medication Reviews
A small number of patients will be invited to a Structured Medication Review with our PCN Pharmacist here at the practice.
A Structured Medicine Review (SMR) is a comprehensive review of a patient’s medication, taking into consideration all aspects of their health. It’s also a great opportunity for patients to ask questions about the medications they take – prescription or otherwise.
So, if you receive a letter from us inviting you to a Structured Medication Review, please do get in touch with Reception to book. It’s a fantastic opportunity to ensure you are getting the most from your medicines!