Patient Tool in Combination Antiplatelet Rx Resource Kit Supports Seamless Care in ACS

Cardiovascular patients receiving dual antiplatelet therapy may benefit from a resource kit that explains the role of medication in acute coronary syndrome. This initiative from The Canadian Cardiovascular Pharmacists Network/Reseau Canadian des Pharmaciens Impliques en Soins Cardiovasculaires (CCPN/RCPC) is a tool for hospital and community pharmacists striving to support patients who are being discharged after having an acute coronary syndrome.The kit includes:Information sheets for patients and their community pharmacists and family physiciansSuggested strategies on reimbursement issues.