Medicines Optimisation

The supply of medicines is the most common therapeutic intervention in the NHS. It is estimated that 15-20% of a CCG’s budget is spent on medicines. The CCG maximises this investment by ensuring that medicines used are safe, effective and economical. This is known as Medicines Optimisation and will help contribute towards; Improving health Improving patient care and satisfaction Reducing medication wastage Local prescribing decisions are available to view on the Frimley ICS Medicines Optimisation Board Formulary If you are a patient and require information about medicines, please speak to your GP, community pharmacist or try the following links: NHS Choices NHS Choices – Pharmacy & Medicines Find a Community Pharmacy near you Information on prescription charges and exemptions Local health care professionals who would like to access local policies and documents, click here.