Implementation of a Hyper Text-Based Program, MacAdvice, for Computer-Assisted Drug Compliance Instructions.

We developed a HyperText-based program, named “MacAdvice”, for computer-assisted drug compliance instructions on Macintosh personal computers. MacAdvice is equipped with four major functions which can be operated automatically: 1) the preparation of compliance instruction-sheets displaying drug illustrations, dosage, and pharmacological effects both for patients and healthcare providers, 2) listing the histories of drug prescription, 3) an assessment of drug interactions, and 4) analyzing patient's compatiblity with the prescribed drugs. MacAdvice is expected to be a useful tool for pharmacists in the implementation of effective and rapid drug compliance management.