Evaluation of Medicines Use Review in Slovenia

The provision of MUR service as defined in the SOP MUR (Slovene Chamber of Pharmacies). It is classified as a type 2a review (PCNE typology) and it is intended for the patients to support them in regular and proper medicines use. MUR is performed based on medication history and information provided by the patient in a purposely scheduled conversation with the pharmacist. Pharmacists must be certified to provide MUR. MUR goal is to identify DRPs and recommend interventions to resolve them. During the MUR interview, the pharmacist completes a working sheet that records information regarding medicines, identified DRPs and recommended interventions. After the MUR interview, patients are provided with a personal medicines card that contains all the information that is needed to support effective and safe medicines use (dosing regimen, taking with/without food, special warnings, recommendations, etc.).