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Research Paper | Pharmacology Science | India | Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017 | Rating: 6.6 / 10
A Questionnaire Based Survey to Assess the Knowledge about Rational Use of Medicine among Interns in a Tertiary Care Centre
Dr. Prasannakumari.S, Dr. M. Shanthi M.D, Dr. M. S Ahil M.D, Dr. Parameswari.R M.D
Abstract: AIMS & OBJECTIVE To evaluate the knowledge of rational drug prescribing pattern in interns in tertiary care centre. METHODS A pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire was designed.100 interns were instructed for completing the questionnaire. RESULTS About 58 % of the interns were aware of Rational Use of Medicines.33 % knowledgeable about Essential drug list, 28 % about Essential medicine, 54 % about P drugs.30 % claimed to practice rationally. CONCLUSION Adequate prescribing knowledge is a basic requirement for rational prescribing. Educational interventions to promote rational use of medicine should be organized regularly to promote implementation of these concepts.
Keywords: Rational use of medicine, prescribing skills, essential drug list
Edition: Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017
Pages: 962 - 964