The CHA Medication Safety Committee has created a High Alert
Medication Guideline for the following anticoagulants -
unfractionated heparin, warfarin and enoxaparin summarizing
safe-use practices for these anticoagulants. It is intended to be
used only as a guideline. Hospitals should consult with their
Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee prior to adopting the safe
practices outlined in the guideline.
Recent advances and events in therapeutic issues, standards, and
regulations have demonstrated the need for increased pharmacy
involvement with anticoagulation patient management. ASHP’s
Anticoagulation Initiative: Promoting Patient Safety through
Education, Practice, Policy, and Advocacy Resource Center is
a compilation of materials helpful to your practice.
