The pharmacy team utilizes the Parata PASS Safe Loader to ensure medications are accurately packaged.
customizable. For example, we can split up pills that need to be taken on an empty stomach from pills that need to be taken with food so there is no need for the patient to remember.” Dr. Marquez said that while most medications can be packaged with other medications, there are exceptions. Some manufacturers specify that their tablets must be kept in their original containers. Other prescription products such as inhalers, loose powders, liquids or creams and ointments cannot be packaged in this system.
For these medications, the pharmacy team inserts a reminder pouch into the package. These pouches are empty, but are included at the appropriate time of day with the medication information on the pouch to serve as a reminder. This program comes at no additional cost to patients. The only fee patients are responsible for is for the dispensing of the medications themselves. Dr. Marquez said an additional benefit for adult children who care for their parents and manage their medications is that these packages make it
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We are excited about this program because we feel it has made a difference. We have seen great results and we are excited to continue to provide this high-quality service and care for our patients.”
OneWorld Pharmacist, Elizabeth Marquez, PharmD
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