Pharmacy Times – August 2011

 

Drug Interactions: Insights and Observations

 

Customization of Drug Interaction Software: Caution is Warranted

 

John R. Horn, PharmD, FCCP and Philip D. Hansten, PharmD

 

 

References

 

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5. Issac T et al. Overrides of Medication Alerts in Ambulatory Care. Arch Intern Med. 2009;169:305-311.