SOP for Reviewing Adverse Drug Events (ADEs)

SOP for Reviewing Adverse Drug Events

Manager completes timely evaluation of the circumstances surrounding the event.

Root cause analysis

In the case of significant ADE's or medication-related sentinel events, reviewers inform department director or manager, as well as compliance with sentinel event policy.

ADE reports are categorized by: location, severity, product information and therapeutic classification, type, causes and contributing factors.       

ADR's are further evaluated to determine:
       -     Appropriateness of medication for patient's condition
       -     Any contraindications to medication 

Appropriate documentation of Allergies

Appropriate management and monitoring of ADR

The management committee reviews the reports, significant events, results of root cause analysis and makes recommendations for improvements to the medication use process