Drug Utilization Review (DUR): Who Qualifies and What You Get
A real-time safety system for pharmacists in South Korea to check for dangerous drug interactions before dispensing medication.
The Drug Utilization Review (DUR) is a real-time safety system designed to identify potential drug-drug interactions during the medication dispensing process.
Who it's for
This scheme is specifically designed for pharmacists. It is intended to be used by all pharmacists throughout the dispensing process to ensure medication safety for their patients.
What you get
The primary benefit of this system is the provision of real-time alerts. These alerts specifically flag potential drug-drug interactions, which are known locally as 병용금기. By receiving these warnings immediately during the dispensing workflow, pharmacists can identify when two medications might interact poorly when taken together, allowing for safer medication management.
What it costs you
There is no direct monetary fee to use this service. However, it does require a commitment of time and professional attention as it is a mandatory system check. Pharmacists are required to perform this digital check as a standard part of their professional workflow before the final dispensing of any medication can be completed.
The catch to know
The most critical aspect to understand is the professional responsibility involved in using the system. Simply having the technology available is not enough; ignoring a DUR alert can lead to legal liability for the pharmacist. It is essential to act on the information provided by the system to maintain professional standards and legal compliance.
How to apply
- Integrate the DUR system into your existing pharmacy dispensing workflow.
- Monitor your system for real-time alerts regarding drug-drug interactions during each transaction.
- Review and address any flags that appear before you finalize the dispensing of any prescription.
- For further technical guidance or system information, visit the official portal: https://dur.hira.or.kr