2006-06-28 03:30:31 · 2 answers · asked by lnlyflwr19 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
A good pharmacist would ask the doctor or the patient what is the COX-2 being used for, the reason for switching and if the patient has tried other similar medications in the past, and if they worked before. The pharmacist should also ask about the patient's other pertinent medical history as NSAID's may not be a wise choice in a patient who has a history of kidney failure or GI bleeding.
Once all this information is elicited, then they should suggest a few that will work for the patient, keeping in mind price, effectiveness, and convenience for the patient (twice a day better than 4 times a day, etc.).
2006-06-28 03:39:29 · answer #1 · answered by pickle015 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There must be a reason why the patient is being switched. Find other NSAIDS that will work.
2006-06-28 03:34:58 · answer #2 · answered by Snuffy Smith 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋