OBJECTIVES To investigate the antibiotic prescription pattern and factors that influence the physicians' choice of antibiotic. DESIGN Observational study. SETTING Primary healthcare in Norway, December 2004 through November 2005. PARTICIPANTS 426 general practitioners, GPs, in Norway, giving 24 888 respiratory tract infection episodes with 19 938 children aged 0-6 years. OUTCOME MEASURE...

Background: Prescribing pattern in pregnancy population provide insights during drug profile and also minimizes the inherent risks due to unethical prescribing. The study aimed evaluate prescribing of drugs among pregnant women. irrational use is a concern for present-day medical practice. Objectives: To assess FDA category using determine percentages women prone possible teratogens, namely C, ...

Objective: The aim of the study was to analyze prescription pattern non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and identify commonly used NSAIDs their drug-related problems (DRPs). Methods: A prospective cross-sectional on analysis conducted for period 6 months. Results: Prescriptions 150 patients containing at least one were analyzed. About 56% prescribed males 44% female. more below 60-ye...