Journal of pharmacy practice
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Lung transplantation has become a viable treatment therapy for end-stage lung disease patients. The most common etiologies of end-stage lung disease, which can require a transplant are chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), and pulmonary fibrosis (PF). Listing criteria are institution and program specific. ⋯ Side effect profiles from the various agents will determine the choice of agents, and patients may have modifications throughout the therapy. The role of the pharmacist spans the inpatient management of acute complications to medication selection, management of maintenance immunosuppression, as well as monitoring for adverse drug reactions and drug-drug interactions. A multidisciplinary collaborative approach must be taken to ensure the best outcomes for this patient population.