Legemiddelliste

Legemiddelliste is a list of all medicines a patient is currently taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and dietary supplements. It serves as a tool for healthcare professionals to support safe prescribing, prevent adverse drug events, and ensure continuity of care across different care settings such as clinics, hospitals, and home care.

A legemiddelliste typically includes for each item: drug name (including generic and brand names), dosage form and strength, prescribed dose and route of administration, frequency, start date, and, when relevant, end date. Additional information such as the indication, known allergies, adverse drug reactions, and the patient’s habitual pharmacy may also be recorded. The list may be maintained in electronic health records, patient-held documents, or a combination of both.

Creation and maintenance usually involve medication reconciliation, where a clinician interviews the patient and reviews existing records and pharmacy data to compile an accurate inventory. The list is updated whenever medicines are started, stopped, or changed, and it is particularly important during transitions of care, such as admission, discharge, or transfer.

Usage of the legemiddelliste includes guiding prescribing decisions, informing administration in clinical settings, and supporting safety checks for drug interactions and duplications. It also helps in patient education and shared decision-making, enabling patients and caregivers to participate actively in their treatment.

Privacy and accuracy are essential, as the legemiddelliste contains sensitive health information. Patients are encouraged to keep the list current and to share it with all healthcare providers and caregivers involved in their care.