Improving Medication Management in COPD

Feasibility Pilot Trial of a Pharmacist-led Medication Management Intervention for Multi-Morbid Adults With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

A pilot trial to examine feasibility of a pharmacist-led intervention for patients with COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) and multimorbidity to improve medication safety and reduce dyspnea. Patients will receive inhaler teaching and medication optimization counseling. Outcomes include feasibility, acceptability, appropriateness, and exploratory measures such as medication discontinuation and patient-reported symptom burden.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥ 45
• Diagnosis of COPD
• Medicare/Medicaid insured
• Using an inhaler
• Reports dyspnea or suboptimal medication adherence

Exclusion Criteria:

• Under age 18 (caregivers/clinicians)
• Under age 45 (patients)
• Opioid use disorder
• Cognitive impairment
• Unable to communicate in English