Extra information

Do you havemedication-related questions?

Such as:

  • how a medication works.
  • how to take medications.
  • side effects.
  • interactions with other medications.
  • medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • medication for children.
  • storage of medications.

If you answered yes, ask your:

  • DLP (contact details below).
  • GP.
  • Local community pharmacist.
  • Call the National Prescribing Service Medicine Line.

Telephone:1300 633 424

Hours:Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

If you are experiencing side effects or troubling symptoms, please seek urgent medical attention.

Opening hours

Discharge Liaison Pharmacist:

  • Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 4:30pm (Excludes Weekends and Public Holidays).

Opening hours (continued)

LoganHospitalpharmacy inpatient services:

  • Monday to Friday: 7:30am to 5:00pm.
  • Saturdays,Sundays and Public Holidays: 8:30amto 3:00pm

LoganHospitalpharmacy outpatient services:

  • Monday to Friday: 8:00am to 4:30pm
  • Saturday,Sunday and Public Holidays: 9:00amto 3:00pm

Contact us

Location:

Pharmacy Department,

LoganHospitalBuilding 1, Level 1

Cnr. Loganlea and Armstrong Roads

Meadowbrook QLD 4131

Postal Address

LoganHospital Pharmacy

PO Box 6031

Yatala Qld 4131

Telephone: (07)3089 2759

Fax:(07) 3299 8740

Email:

Published by Logan Hospital Pharmacy Department June 2015.


What is the role of the Discharge Liaison Pharmacist (DLP)?

The DLP is a pharmacist who works for LoganHospital who provides follow-up phone call(s) after discharge to discuss medications.

The DLP can help answer questions that you have about your medications or the medications of the person you are caring for. The DLP can help facilitate a Home Medication Review (HMR) through your General Practitioner (GP).

What do I need to do?

To participate in this service you must first provide verbal consent to your hospitalward pharmacist or over the phone to the DLP.

Please let the pharmacist know of an appropriate time to call you and who usually looks after your mediations.

The DLP may also ask specific questions about your experience with your mediations after discharge.These are routine questions that will help to assist the pharmacist to understand how you are managing your medications at home.

What do I need to do? (continued)

With your permission, the DLP may need to contact your community pharmacy, hospital doctor or GP. The DLP may give you the option of receiving another phone call if there our outstanding issues with your medications.

Who has referred me to theDLP?

You have been referred to the DLPby your hospital ward pharmacist.

People who may benefit from the service provided by the DLP include those who:

  • have had significant changes to their medications during their hospital stay.
  • take more than fivemedications.
  • take medications that require close monitoring.
  • have difficulty managing medications.
  • take more than twelvedoses per dayof medications.
  • use dose administration aids (e.g. webster packs or sachet packs).

What is a Home Mediation Review (HMR)?

An accredited pharmacist conducts an interview with you about your medicationsin the comfort of your own home. They can provide advice on your medications and write a report to your GP.

Who should have a HMR?

A HMRis useful for people who:

  • have recently spent time in hospital.
  • are concerned about their medications.
  • are confused about their medications.
  • do not always remember to take their medications.

How much does a HMR cost?

The pharmacist’s review and report is paid by the Australian Government, so it will not cost you anything.Your GP may bulk-bill or charge you for the GP consultations.

If you (or someone you care for) might benefit from having an HMR, talk to your GP or pharmacist about organising one.
More information on Home Medication Reviews (HMRs)can be found at: