Sirpath, Anosha ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8843-5110, Tahir, Ozma and Parekh, Raj (2025) Discussing evidence with patients when prescribing. Pharmaceutical Journal, 314 (7998).

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Abstract

The aim of this article is to facilitate shared decision making, prescribers need to guide patients through the risksand benefits of medicine use and be confident to explain the evidence-base underpinningdifferent treatment options.

By the end of this article, you will be able to:

Understand the role of evidence-based practice in guiding safe and effectiveprescribing decisions;
Be aware of the need to identify and critically appraise key sources of evidence fortheir validity and relevance;

Communicate medication risks and benefits clearly to patients, using accessiblelanguage and supporting shared decision-making;

Recognise and manage common medication-related risks, including side effects andcontraindications, through patient education and monitoring;

Document and reflect on prescribing decisions, incorporating ethical principles anda commitment to continuous professional development.

This article is aimed to support the development of knowledge and skills related to the following competencies:

Domain 2.3: Assesses the risks and benefits to the patient of taking or not taking amedicine or treatment;
Domain 3.3: Explains the material risks and benefits, and rationale behindmanagement options in a way the patient/carer understands, so that they can makean informed choice;
Domain 4.3: Understands and uses relevant national, regional and local frameworksfor the use of medicines;
Domain 7.2: Knows about common types and causes of medication and prescribingerrors and knows how to minimise their risk;
Domain 7.4: Recognises when safe prescribing processes are not in place and actsto minimise risks.

Item Type:	Article
Identifier:	10.1211/PJ.2025.1.357748
Subjects:	Medicine and health > Clinical medicine Medicine and health > Pharmacology
Date Deposited:	02 Nov 2026
Dates:	Date Publication status 3 June 2025 Published Online
School, department or research centre:	College of Nursing, Midwifery and Healthcare
URI:	https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/15725
Sustainable Development Goals:	Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being	Sustainable Development Goals:	Goal 4: Quality Education

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