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Adnan A. 6 months ago • From Google

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Pharmacist repeatedly overruled prescriptions without reading notes

The clinical staff and nursing team have been excellent throughout my visits. However, I have significant concerns about the in-house pharmacy service. On two separate occasions, I was refused a medication I depend on when my supply ran out. I was told I couldn't receive it because I had used more than usual, but as someone managing a chronic endocrine condition, adjusting dosage based on blood sugar levels is a necessary part of my treatment plan. This refusal happened twice and caused me considerable distress and health complications. A third incident involved pain relief for a longstanding shoulder condition that has been documented in my records for several years. Although my doctor prescribed this medication, the pharmacy staff again refused to dispense it, suggesting I didn't need it. On both occasions, the prescribing doctors had to intervene and override the pharmacy decision. While I recognise the pharmacy team has an important role in medication safety, it appears the medical records are not being properly reviewed before decisions are made. The doctors and nursing staff have consistently provided excellent care, but the pharmacy service requires improvement in their approach to patient care and attention to clinical history.

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