Pharmacist Medication Errors | Opioids | Pain Management | Patient Safety Podcast 30 credit 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.

Learning Objectives

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.

Faculty

Rachel Maynard, PharmD

GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

Disclosures:

Rachel Maynard has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Nakia Duncan, PharmD BCGP, BCPS

Associate Professor/ Pain& Palliative Care Clinical Pharmacist
Texas Tech Health Science Center - School of Pharmacy

Disclosures:

Nakia Duncan has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

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