PROMPPT: A Practice Pharmacist-Led Review for Patients who are Prescribed Opioids for Persistent Pain

On 4th November, 1pm - 2pm we presented the important new research to develop and evaluate a practice pharmacist-led intervention (PROMPPT) for people prescribed long-term opioids for persistent pain. Comprised of a toolkit to support delivery of personalised reviews and an associated pharmacist training package, PROMPPT aims to safely reduce opioid use, where appropriate, without making pain worse.

The research team members:

• Introduced PROMPPT and explored how key aspects of the PROMPPT toolkit and training aim to support primary care pharmacists in guiding individuals through discussions about persistent pain and opioid us
• Presented the key findings from just released trial results
• Explored patient and pharmacist experiences of PROMPPT

There was an opportunity for discussion about next steps and the implications for clinical practice.

Speakers

• Dr Julie Ashworth. Senior Lecturer Keele University and Honorary Consultant in Pain Medicine, Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, Staffordshire
• Dr Nicola Cornwall. Lecturer in Applied Health Research, Keele University
• Dr Sarah Harrisson. Clinical Lecturer in Pain Sciences, Keele University
• Dr Charlotte Woodcock. Lecturer in Applied Health Research, Keele University