Medication monitoring

We have been having some discussions about what type of labs are needed and how often for medications. I am curious what if any labs do you do and how often for certain medications. Obviously if the patient has underlying medical issues this will change. Amitriptyline: We do not check anything Duloxetine/Venlafaxine: Do not check anything Gabapentin/Lyrica: Right now we are being asked to check yearly kidney function, I don't really see the need to do this unless underlying kidney issues... Read more
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