ISSN:
1573-739X
Keywords:
Adrenal cortex hormones
;
Adrenergic beta receptor agonists
;
Adrenergic beta receptor blockaders
;
Contra-indications
;
Dosage regimens
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Drug interactions
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Drug therapy
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Drug utilization
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Lung diseases, obstructive
;
Quality control
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Abstract This study presents the results of an analysis of the pharmacy records of 778 patients with asthma or chronic obstructive lung diseases. The high percentage of patients taking oral corticosteroids was striking. Inhaledβ-agonists for use as needed have been prescribed to only a minority of patients using these agents. Only half of the patients onβ-agonists used inhaled corticosteroids prophylactically. Drug interactions capable of causing changes in plasma theophylline concentrations appeared in only a small number of patients. The results from studies like the one presented here can provide valuable data to be used for further discussion between physicians and pharmacists about rational drug therapy.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01977619
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