Home Medicines Review (HMR)
A Home Medicines Review (HMR) is a valuable service offered by community pharmacies to assist patients in managing their medications effectively. It involves a comprehensive clinical review of your medicines in the comfort of your home, conducted by a specially accredited pharmacist.
How HMR Helps
An accredited pharmacist conducts the review in collaboration with your GP and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a thorough understanding of your medication regimen. This service aims to:
What to Expect
During the HMR, the pharmacist will discuss your medications, address any concerns you have, and provide advice on how to take your medicines safely and effectively. They will also liaise with your healthcare team to optimise your treatment plan.
Accessing HMR
If you struggle with managing your medications, ask your community pharmacist if a Home Medicines Review might assist you. Our pharmacists are trained to provide personalised consultations and support to help you better manage your health.
Your pharmacy may offer additional services such as:
- Medication management advice
- Referral to healthcare professionals
- Follow-up consultations
MedsCheck service
The MedsCheck service provides a one-on-one consultation aimed at improving your understanding and management of all your medications. This service helps to ensure that you are taking your medications correctly and to identify any potential issues.
Diabetes MedsCheck
The Diabetes MedsCheck is a specialised in-pharmacy service offered by your community pharmacist for patients taking medicines for Type 2 Diabetes. It provides a one-on-one consultation aimed at improving your understanding and management of diabetes medications and equipment.
Your community pharmacist:
- Conducts a comprehensive review of your medications to ensure they are working effectively
- Provides education on how to use any required monitoring devices correctly
- Helps optimise management of your medical conditions and your medications, reducing the risk of any medication-related problems.
Benefits of MedsCheck services
Your pharmacy may offer additional services such as:
- Medication management consultations
- Advice on lifestyle modifications to support management of health conditionsl
- Referral to other health services
If you have diabetes or are managing multiple medications, visit your local community pharmacy to schedule a MedsCheck or Diabetes MedsCheck. Our pharmacists are trained to provide tailored support to help you achieve better medication management.
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Your community pharmacist is here to help you care for your skin, from managing common conditions like school sores, eczema, and acne to offering guidance on wound care, shingles, and sun protection. Visit your local community pharmacy for expert advice and effective solutions to keep your skin healthy every day.
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My medicines
Get expert support with your medications through comprehensive reviews and management services provided by your community pharmacist. From home medicine reviews and MedsCheck consultations to dose administration aids and staged supply, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
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Get the support you need from your community pharmacist to manage chronic conditions. With expert advice, personalised medication management and tailored health services, community pharmacies empower you to take control of ongoing health challenges and improve your quality of life.
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