A medication review is a thorough evaluation of a patient’s medications, performed by a healthcare professional such as a pharmacist or doctor. The goal is to ensure that the medications are appropriate, effective, and safe for the patient’s health condition. During a medication review, the healthcare professional will:

1. Assess the appropriateness: Check if each medication is still necessary, if the dosage is correct, and if the drug is the right choice for the patient’s condition.
2. Evaluate effectiveness: Ensure that the medications are working as intended to manage or treat the patient’s condition.
3. Identify potential interactions: Look for any harmful interactions between the medications or with other substances, such as food or supplements.
4. Check for side effects: Review any adverse reactions or side effects that the patient may be experiencing from their medications.
5. Provide recommendations: Suggest changes to the medication regimen, such as switching medications, adjusting doses, or discontinuing unnecessary drugs.

This process helps patients manage their medications more effectively, improves adherence, and can prevent complications related to drug interactions or misuse.