Pharmacist Medication Errors | Opioids | Pain Management | Patient Safety Podcast 30 minutes

As gabapentin climbs the ranks to become one of the most prescribed medications in the U.S., questions about its safety and scope of use are also rising. This episode explores recent trends in gabapentin use, highlights key patient safety concerns, and examines pharmacist-led opportunities to reduce risks through education and medication review. You will walk away with timely insights to help navigate the growing complexities and responsibilities associated with gabapentin use.

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As gabapentin climbs the ranks to become one of the most prescribed medications in the U.S., questions about its safety and scope of use are also rising. This episode explores recent trends in gabapentin use, highlights key patient safety concerns, and examines pharmacist-led opportunities to reduce risks through education and medication review. You will walk away with timely insights to help navigate the growing complexities and responsibilities associated with gabapentin use.

Upon successful completion of this course, pharmacists should be able to:
1. Summarize recent national prescribing trends and safety concerns associated with gabapentin use.
2. Identify pharmacist-led strategies to support safe use, patient education, and medication review involving gabapentin.

Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

Nakia Duncan, PharmD BCGP, BCPS
Associate Professor/ Pain& Palliative Care Clinical Pharmacist
Texas Tech Health Science Center - School of Pharmacy

Rachel Maynard and Nakia Duncan have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Course fee includes course materials and CPE credit submission to CPE Monitor.
Course is non-refundable.
Release Date: February 23, 2026
Planned Expiration Date: February 23, 2027

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Universal Activity Number (UAN): 0107-0000-26-053-H01-P
Application-based CPE Activity
Planned Expiration Date: February 23, 2027

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