This is concerning.
I'm on blood pressure reduction medication and just recently had a routine blood test to check on its efficacy.
I just received a SMS message from my surgery stating that I could benefit from medication to reduce my cholesterol level. I presume they mean statins.
The SMS asked if I want to go ahead with this medication addition or, if I have questions, I should make an appointment with the pharmacist to discuss things.
I'm sorry but I don't want to put decision making on whether I start using a new medication onto a pharmacist. That is the role of a doctor.
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@neil To be fair, pharmacists are pretty qualified to advise you of the implications and potential side effects but I do agree with you.
This is what annoys me about GPs. Regardless of the rubbish you read in the press. Most doctors are working hard to see fewer patients, not more. This is another example of outsourcing their workload, along with "You'll have to see the practice nurse" or the receptionist demanding that you explain your medical condition to her. "S'cuse me, are you a doctor?"
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@dick_turpin I don't doubt the qualifications of a pharmacist to advise on the pros-and-cons of a specific medication.
My concern is that the doctor, ultimately responsible for my medication, hasn't even met me in person. I have a concern that the decision to add this medication is based solely on the result of a blood test without due consideration to my general state-of-health, pre-existing medical conditions etc.
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@neil If you manage to see your doctor, let me know. I'm starting to think they don't exist.
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