What is drug interaction in SAP IS-CHN - Collaborative Health Network?

SAP Term: drug interaction

• Component: IS-CHN

• Component Name: Collaborative Health Network

• Description: Possible side effects of drugs, especially when interacting with other medications prescribed to the same patient.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Drug interaction is a term used to describe the effect of two or more drugs taken together. In the context of SAP IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network, drug interaction refers to the ability of the system to detect and alert healthcare professionals when two or more drugs are prescribed to a patient that may interact with each other in a negative way. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network is designed to help healthcare professionals detect and prevent potential drug interactions. The system uses an algorithm to compare the drugs prescribed to a patient and alert healthcare professionals if there is a potential for an adverse reaction. The system also provides information on how to manage the interaction and what steps should be taken to ensure patient safety. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When prescribing medications, it is important to always check for potential drug interactions. The IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network can help healthcare professionals quickly identify potential interactions and take appropriate action. It is also important to keep up-to-date on new medications and their potential interactions with other drugs. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The IS-CHN Collaborative Health Network is part of SAP’s suite of healthcare solutions. It is designed to help healthcare professionals provide better care by detecting and preventing potential drug interactions. Other SAP solutions include patient management, clinical decision support, and analytics.