Drug Utilization Pattern In Dermatology: A Comprehensive Analysis Of Prescription Trends And Patient Management In Dermatological Outpatient Department
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Dermatology, Drug Utilization, Prescription Pattern, Patient Management, Cross-sectional Study, Skin Disorders, Medication Patterns.Abstract
Background:
Drug utilization
Understanding the patterns of drug utilization is essential for optimizing patient management in Dermatology Outpatient Departments (OPD). This study presents a comprehensive analysis of prescription trends and patient management practices in Dermatology OPD, with a specific focus on drug utilization patterns.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Dermatology OPD of a tertiary care center in 322 patients. Data were collected through observations and the review of health records. The study investigates prescription trends, drug utilization patterns, and drug formulations used, considering various dermatological conditions.
Results and conclusions
Prescription trends are examined in terms of medication classes, dosage regimens, and treatment durations.This study sheds light on the patterns of drug utilization patterns in Dermatology OPD, offering a foundation for evidence-based decision-making in patient care.Males(59.93%) outnumbered females in health seeking behavior ,tinea (10.9%) was the most commonly reported condition and antihistaminincs(17.57%) were the most prescribed drugs followed by antifungal drugs (8.5%).Total number of drugs prescribed were 1070.Average number of drugs per prescription is 3.32, percentage of prescriptions with antibiotics and injections were 21.1% and 1.55% respectively.These findings are significant in optimizing prescription practices, enhancing patient outcomes, and guiding future research in dermatological therapeutics.
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