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Anti-Infecciosos/administração & dosagem , Antifúngicos/administração & dosagem , Ácidos Bóricos/administração & dosagem , Administração Intravaginal , Anti-Infecciosos/efeitos adversos , Anti-Infecciosos/farmacocinética , Antifúngicos/efeitos adversos , Antifúngicos/farmacocinética , Ácidos Bóricos/efeitos adversos , Ácidos Bóricos/farmacocinética , Feminino , Humanos , Concentração de Íons de Hidrogênio , SupositóriosRESUMO
BACKGROUND: Patients without prescription benefits present a significant challenge to health care providers. The inability of patients to afford medication may serve as a barrier to adherence and may ultimately result in poor patient outcomes. In this report, we describe the system used at a university-based adult internal medicine center to assist patients in affording medication. METHODS: Patients in need of prescription assistance are identified by any member of the interdisciplinary team, which consists of physicians, clinical pharmacists, nurses, a social worker, a financial counselor, and a dietitian. Medication profiles are reviewed to identify less expensive alternatives. State, federal, institutional, and pharmaceutical company assistance program eligibility is determined, and the appropriate program is accessed. RESULTS: The described approach is effective in assisting patients without prescription benefits with the procurement of medication. CONCLUSION: Use of this interdisciplinary approach is an innovative solution to a common problem encountered in the outpatient setting.