Our paper on the perspectives of GPs towards a conversation guide supporting deprescribing was published as a short paper in the International Journal of Pharmacy Practice. [PDF : URL]
Weir KR, Bonner C, Naganathan V, Tam CWM, Rigby D, McLachlan AJ, et al. Supporting conversations about medicines and deprescribing: GPs’ perspectives on a Medicines Conversation Guide. Int J Pharm Pract. 2022. DOI: 10.1093/ijpp/riac088
Abstract
Objectives
Methods
Semistructured interviews with GPs from Australia (n = 32). Participants were purposively sampled with varying experiences and locations. Transcribed audio recordings of interviews were coded using framework analysis.
Key findings
Most GPs stated they would use the Guide in consultation with an older patient to discuss medications. The strengths of the Guide included empowering the patient voice on an important topic. Limitations included time and complex concepts.
Conclusions
Overall, the Medicines Conversation Guide was perceived by GPs to be a useful communication tool to support discussions about deprescribing with patients.
