Evaluating drug use patterns among paediatric outpatients in Burundi

Evaluating drug use patterns among paediatric outpatients in Burundi

ABSTRACTBackground Rational prescribing is key to optimising therapeutic outcomes and avoiding risks associated with irrational use of medicines. Using WHO drug use indicators, this study evaluated drug use patterns among paediatric outpatient encounters at Primary Healthcare Centers (PHCs) in Bujum...

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Main Authors:	Audace Manirakiza, David Gitonga Nyamu, Shital Mahindra Maru, Thomas Bizimana, Manassé Nimpagaritse
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Taylor & Francis Group 2024-12-01
Series:	Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice
Subjects:	Rational medicine use primary healthcare centres prescribing indicators specific-facility indicators Bujumbura Mairie Burundi
Online Access:	https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/10.1080/20523211.2024.2312369

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