Pharmaceutical Waste Reduction Strategies

Administer a patient-specific dosage
Commit publicly to avoid inappropriate prescribing
Maximize shelf life
Minimize drug order
Provide non-pharmalogical alternatives
Repackage large quantities into unit doses
Rotate drug stock
Use alternate packaging
Use an alternate drug or drug combination
Use trial sizes for initial prescriptions		 Analyze inventory and modify purchasing
Donate medications
Maximize use of opened/bulk containers
Minimize size of containers
Relabel for home use
Require samples to have long shelf life
Use a voucher option for samples
Use an alternate delivery method
Use expired medications during education

Additional Resources

Start Reducing - Steps for Healthcare Facilities

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