Download The MEDITECH system allows the use of free text medications and

The MEDITECH system allows the use of free text medications and IV fluids. This can be used if the user
cannot find the medication or IV fluid in the regular lookup. The free text functionality is also used when a
patient is on a medication that is not in the hospital’s formulary and the patient will be given the medication
from his or her own supply. To use this free text functionality, follow the steps below.
Click on the Medications/IVs button to bring yourself into the medication lookup screen. Here you will see
a button called Non-Formulary. This will allow you to free text in a medication or IV fluid.
Once you click on this button you will be asked whether you would like to enter a medication or an IV.
Select the appropriate response. You will need to answer the questions that follow (reason for use,
expected duration of time, number to be obtained, can patient use their own supply). Once all the questions
are answered you will be brought to one of the following screens
Non-Formulary Medication
Non-Formulary IV
Free text in the medication/IV fluid name and fill out the appropriate dose, route, direction, start time, and
stop time.
Click OK when done. You will need to Submit and enter your pin and password as usual.