MANAGEMENT OF

MEDICATION
 What is management of
medicine
Medication management refers to the process of ensuring that medications are used
safely, effectively, and appropriately throughout the entire healthcare system, from
prescribing to administration and monitoring
The management of medication encompasses several key components:
1. Prescribing
2. Dispensing
3. Administration
4. Monitoring
Types of Medication
Drugs are categorized in various types, which are:
1. LASA Drugs
2. High Risk Medicines
3. Narcotic Drugs
4. Monitoring
LASA Drugs
LASA stands for "Look-Alike, Sound-Alike" drugs. LASA drugs are medications that have names or
appearances that are similar to each other, which can lead to confusion and potentially
dangerous medication errors if not properly distinguished. These medications may have different
active ingredients, dosages, or indications, but their names or appearances are similar enough to
be confused with each other, especially during prescribing, dispensing, or administration.
Examples of LASA drugs include:
Hydroxyzine and Hydralazine
Celebrex and Celexa
Lamictal and Lamisil
Zantac and Xanax
LASA Drugs
High Risk Medicines
High-risk drugs are medications that have a greater potential for causing significant
harm to patients if used incorrectly or inappropriately. These drugs may have a
narrow therapeutic index, complex dosing regimens, or serious side effects.
Healthcare providers need to exercise caution when prescribing, dispensing, and
administering high-risk drugs to minimize the risk of adverse events.
Examples of High-risk drugs include:
Anticoagulants: Drugs like warfarin, heparin, and direct oral anticoagulants
(DOACs) are used to prevent blood clot formation Celebrex and Celexa
Insulin: Insulin therapy is essential for managing diabetes, but incorrect dosing or
administration can lead to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia, both of which can have
serious consequences, including coma and death.
Narcotic Drugs
Narcotic drugs, also known as opioids, are a class of medications that are
primarily used for pain relief. These drugs are derived from opium, a
naturally occurring substance extracted from the poppy plant, or they may
be synthetically manufactured to produce similar effects. Opioids work by
binding to specific receptors in the brain and spinal cord, blocking pain
signals and producing feelings of euphoria and sedation.
Examples of narcotic drugs include:
1. Morphine
2. Fentanyl