IJSR - International Journal of Scientific Research

Dr.Prashant Wadagbalkar; Dr.Abhishek Shrivastava

Volume : VIII, Issue : VIII, August - 2019

DRUG UTILIZATION STUDY OF ANTI–CANCER THERAPY IN A DISTRICT HOSPITAL OF MADHYA PRADESH

Dr. Prashant Wadagbalkar, Dr. Abhishek Shrivastava

Abstract :

INTRODUCTION: Studying prescription pattern is a potential tool in ascertaining the role of drugs in the society. Drug Utilization Evaluation (DUE) promotes rational use of drugs. AIM: To study the drug utilization pattern in oncology in a District Hospital in Madhya Pradesh. MATERIAL & METHOD: Hundred prescription records were screened and analysed as per the study parameters from cancer OPD of District Hospital, Vidisha. Commonly used anticancer drugs were recorded and different types of carcinomas were noted. RESULTS: Female (67%) predominance was observed. CML (42%) is the most common malignancy reported. Among solid tumours carcinoma east (20%)is common in females and head & neck cancers in females. Imatinib is the most commonly used anti–neoplastic drug used. CONCLUSION: CML is the most common reported malignancy followed by east cancer. Polypharmacy is observed for treatment of solid tumours. Drug utilization evaluation and a drug committee should be formulated for rational drug use and adverse drug reporting.