Proton pump inhibitor prescribing patterns and utilization: A retrospective chart review analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) show a high level of efficacy and a high safety profile, and they have been increasingly prescribed in recent years. However, recent pharmacoepidemiological evidence has shown that PPI use has been associated with health risks and complications.

Objectives

This study aimed to assess the prescribing patterns of proton pump inhibitors and the prevalence of potential drug-drug interactions (DDIs) among patients who use PPIs.

Method

This was a retrospective analysis of electronic health records from the Ministry of National Guard Hospitals in Riyadh from January 2019 to June 2022. All adult patients who used PPIs were included to assess the prescribing patterns and drug utilization, including the number of prescriptions, duration

SUBMITTER: Algabbani AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10638047 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature