Formulary decisions shape more than just medicine lists—they influence access, safety, and outcomes. This session explores how pharmacists can balance cost, ethics, and clinical need while managing high-cost and limited-availability medicines. Learn how to make informed, patient-centred choices that support safe and equitable medication use.

This workshop will address the following learning objectives:

• Define the key components of an effective drug formulary.
• Explain the role of formulary management in balancing cost, access, and patient outcomes.
• Identify methods for optimising drug selection while maintaining therapeutic efficacy.
• Analyse strategies for managing high-cost medications.
• Explain how formulary decisions can impact clinical workflows and patient adherence.
• Develop formulary management strategies for mock case studies
• Use real-world case studies to identify formulary management success factors