Quality Prescribing for Benzodiazepines and z-drugs A Guide for Improvement 2024-2027
Benzodiazepine and z-drug prescribing continues to slowly reduce across Scotland. Despite this, benzodiazepine and z-drug prescribing remains a challenge. This guide aims to further improve the care of individuals receiving these medicines and promote a holistic approach to person-centred care.
Appendix 4: Practice invitation letter for review
[Practice letterhead]
Private & Confidential
Patient Name
Patient Address
Date
Dear
From reviewing your records, we note that you are currently prescribed [medication name(s)]. With all medicines it is important that your [medication name(s)] is routinely reviewed in line with current guidelines and safety advice, due to the risk of adverse effects and avoidable harms:
- Depression
- Memory loss and dementia
- Falls and hip fractures
- Increase in road traffic accidents
- Addiction
We are now inviting you to contact the practice to arrange a routine appointment where we can discuss your current use of [medication name(s)]. No further routine repeat prescription supplies will be made until [medication name(s)] is reviewed.
Yours sincerely
Drs A, B and C
Contact
Email: EPandT@gov.scot
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