A remarkable patient success story emerged during the recent Shawnee County Commission Work Session, highlighting the transformative impact of a clinical pharmacist's intervention in diabetes management. A patient struggling with uncontrolled diabetes, initially presenting with an alarming A1C level of 10.3, found new hope after a thorough medication review.

The patient was on a regimen that included Lantus, Ozempic, and Metformin, but the results were not meeting expectations. The clinical pharmacist identified that the Ozempic dosage was critically low at just 0.25 milligrams, which was ineffective for blood sugar control and weight loss. After consulting with the prescribing physician, the pharmacist recommended increasing the Ozempic dosage to 1 milligram, a change that was promptly approved.

This adjustment not only improved the patient's blood sugar levels but also allowed for the discontinuation of Lantus, streamlining the medication regimen. The patient, who had previously experienced dangerously low blood sugar readings, is now well-controlled and thriving.

This case underscores the vital role of clinical pharmacists in patient care, demonstrating how collaborative efforts between pharmacists and physicians can lead to significant health improvements. The success of this intervention serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of medication management in chronic disease treatment.