Therapeutic interchange guidelines

Therapeutic Interchange The authorized exchange of therapeutic alternatives in accordance with previously established and approved written guidelines or protocols within a formulary system. ... 

Table 2 Guidelines for implementing a therapeutic interchange program...

The ACCP supports the following guidelines for implementing therapeutic interchange policies within health care organizations. 

The Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee should establish or assign a committee or department to monitor the effectiveness of the interchange policies. Audits or reviews should be conducted according to set policies. Criteria should be developed and used to determine when and why the therapeutic interchange policies may be ineffective (see Guideline II). The issues identified should be addressed and the professional staff notified of resulting changes to policies and procedures. 

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