Off-Label and Unlicenced Medicine Use among Hospitalised Children in South Africa: Practice and Policy Implications

Background: Information regarding off-label and unlicensed medicine use among South African children is limited. This is a concern as the prescribing of off-label and unlicensed medicines can lead to issues of effectiveness and safety as well as raise liability issues in the event of adverse events....

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Main Authors: Hlayiseka Mathevula, Natalie Schellack, Samuel Orubu, Brian Godman, Moliehi Matlala
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-11-01
Series:Pharmacy
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2226-4787/11/6/174