An MUR (Medicines Usage Review) is a free service provided by Community Pharmacies, paid for by the NHS. It helps Patients understand their medication. This is carried out by a Pharmacist, in a consultation room, where patients can discuss private issues with a Professional.
The aims of an MUR are to –
An MUR would help bring to light issues which had never previously been brought to our attention.
Some common issues raised at MUR’s, and the solution then provided to the Doctor are as follows –
Issue - “I suffer terrible stomach cramps after taking my medication first thing in the morning ” Mrs A
Solution – Pharmacist informed ‘Mrs A’ that her medication should always be taken with food (i.e. Breakfast), to eradicate the symptoms she was suffering from.
Issue - “I suffer from increasingly dry eyes, even though I have been prescribed eye drops to deal with this” Mr B
Solution – Pharmacist informed ‘Mr B’ that he must ensure that he is not wearing his Contact Lenses when instilling drops into the eye, as this prevents the drops reaching the eye.