Synopsis of WHO Drug Use Indicator Tool in Assessment of Rational Use of Medicines
Abstract
Measurement of the level of rational use of medicines in an area requires methodologies that deploy either qualitative or quantitative strategies or both. A commentary on current standard approach and study design is hereby presented.
Rational use of medicines
WHO drug use indicators
irrational drug use
prescribing indicators
patient care indicators
health facility indicators
essential medicines list
polypharmacy
antimicrobial resistance
drug utilization research
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Oghuvwu Sunday Omokiniovo, Isah Ambrose', Ohaju-obodo John, Opadeyi Abimbola', Ayinbouwan Stephen. Synopsis of WHO Drug Use Indicator Tool in Assessment of Rational Use of Medicines. Delta Journal of Clinical Practice. 2024;2(1):e011. Available from: https://djcp.org/index.php/article/synopsis-of-who-drug-use-indicator-tool-in-assessment-of-rational-use-of-medicines
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