Pharmacist interventions

Some reviews looked at pharmacist interventions aimed at a broader effect than falls risk alone, such as reduction of adverse drug effects, some of which include falls. Studies looking at pharmacist-led interventions to reduce adverse drug effects showed either positive outcomes, no difference, or mixed results. For those studies looking specifically at falls as an adverse drug effect, pharmacist interventions were effective. The heterogeneity of the studies leads to caution in the interpretation of the results. The list below sets out the recommendations on reviewing the evidence, and a considered judgment process.

 

Recommendations regarding pharmacist led medication reviews on impact of falls (based on one SR of acceptable quality)