Evaluating physicians' awareness and prescribing trends regarding proton pump inhibitors: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are commonly used to treat acid-related disorders. Their appropriate use depends on the correct indications from the clinician. Owing to the high incidence of use and misuse, PPIs have been identified as an essential pharmacological class for developing deprescribing recommendations. Therefore, assessing physicians' knowledge and practice regarding PPI usage is critical for paving the way toward targeted recommendations and efforts. Objective: This study aimed to assess Syrian physicians' perceptions of proton pump inhibitors adverse effects, their benefit in upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) prophylaxis, and how these perceptions are related to PPI prescription practice. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed us

SUBMITTER: Swed S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10665834 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature