| Literature DB >> 10821456 |
P Smith1, N Karlson, B R Nair.
Abstract
Allupurinol is a commonly prescribed drug. However, the use of this drug is not based on evidence and guidelines. We audited Allopurinol prescriptions in patients aged 65 years and over in a teaching hospital over 22 weeks. In 47% of patients the dose was higher than recommended and in 40% it was lower. Quality use of medications is an important issue to maintain quality of life in the elderly.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID： 10821456 DOI： 10.1046/j.1440-1762.2000.00353.x
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Qual Clin Pract ISSN： 1320-5455