Medication Audits
Comprehensive Medication Audits for Safer Healthcare
Professional medication reviews and compliance audits designed to improve patient safety, reduce medication risks, and support better health outcomes for individuals and aged care facilities.
What Is a Medication Audit?
A Thorough Review of Your Medications
A medication audit is a structured clinical review conducted by one of our accredited pharmacists. It examines all current medications, identifies potential risks such as drug interactions, duplications, and dosing errors, and produces a clear report with practical recommendations for your GP and care team.
Medication audits are especially valuable for aged care residents, patients on multiple medications, and anyone whose health has recently changed.
- Identifies harmful drug interactions and duplications
- Reviews dosing accuracy and medication appropriateness
- Supports compliance with aged care accreditation standards
- Delivers a written report for your GP and healthcare team
Types of Medication Audits
Which Audit is Right for You?
Targeted Medication Review
A focused audit for patients with specific concerns such as high-risk medications, recent adverse events, or complex polypharmacy situations. Fast, precise, and designed to address critical clinical questions quickly.
Home Medicines Review (HMR)
An in-depth review of medications for patients living at home, conducted by an accredited pharmacist in collaboration with your GP. Ideal for patients managing multiple chronic conditions or recently discharged from hospital.
Residential Medication Management Review (RMMR)
A formal clinical review for aged care facility residents, helping identify medication-related problems and improving the overall quality of pharmaceutical care within the facility. Fully Medicare-supported.
How the Audit Process Works
01
Referral or Self-Referral
Ask your GP to refer you, or contact us directly. We will confirm your eligibility and arrange a convenient time.
02
Pharmacist Consultation
Our accredited pharmacist reviews your complete medication list, medical history, and current health concerns.
03
Detailed Analysis
We identify potential drug interactions, dosing issues, unnecessary medications, and adherence concerns.
04
Written Report Delivered
A comprehensive written report with clear recommendations is sent to your GP and shared with your care team.
Benefits of Medication Audits
Why Medication Audits Matter
Many patients take multiple medications prescribed by different doctors over time. Without regular review, this can lead to unnecessary medications, harmful interactions, and avoidable side effects. A medication audit gives you and your healthcare team a clear, up-to-date picture of your medication safety.
- Reduces risk of adverse medication events
- Improves medication adherence and understanding
- Eliminates unnecessary or duplicate medications
- Supports GPs with clinical decision-making
- Covered by Medicare for eligible patients
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone managing multiple medications can benefit. Home Medicines Reviews require a GP referral, while Residential Medication Management Reviews are available to all aged care facility residents.
Ready to Book Your Medication Audit?
Contact Carlton Railway Pharmacy today and our team will guide you through the process.