Why does a physician provide a limited quantity of prescription medication when he/she knows the prescription will need to be refilled?
There are a number of reasons why a physician may choose to limit a prescription, including the nature of the drug, side effects, toxic effects, the need for follow-up based on the patient, etc. When a medication is prescribed, the physician has a responsibility to advise a patient about drug effects and interactions, side effects, contraindications, precautions, and any other information pertinent to the use of the medication. Before automatically renewing a prescription, a physician has an obligation to conduct a follow-up appointment, to assess the effectiveness of the medication, and determine whether a renewal is, in fact, necessary.
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