A Questionnaire Based Survey to Assess the Knowledge about Rational Use of Medicine among Interns in a Tertiary Care Centre

Dr. Prasannakumari.S | Dr. M. Shanthi M.D | Dr. M. S Ahil M.D | Dr. Parameswari.R M.D

Abstract: AIMS & OBJECTIVE To evaluate the knowledge of rational drug prescribing pattern in interns in tertiary care centre. METHODS A pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire was designed.100 interns were instructed for completing the questionnaire. RESULTS About 58 % of the interns were aware of Rational Use of Medicines.33 % knowledgeable about Essential drug list, 28 % about Essential medicine, 54 % about P drugs.30 % claimed to practice rationally. CONCLUSION Adequate prescribing knowledge is a basic requirement for rational prescribing. Educational interventions to promote rational use of medicine should be organized regularly to promote implementation of these concepts.

Keywords: Rational use of medicine, prescribing skills, essential drug list

Edition: Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017,

Pages: 962 - 964

How to Download this Article?

Type Your Valid Email Address below to Receive the Article PDF Link

Verification Code will appear in 2 Seconds ... Wait

A Questionnaire Based Survey to Assess the Knowledge about Rational Use of Medicine among Interns in a Tertiary Care Centre

Similar Articles with Keyword 'Rational'

Healthcare Professionals Knowledge Attitude and Practices towards Pharmacovigilance and Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRS) in India

Trends of Antibiotic Use Among the Indoor Patients of Medicine and Pediatric Ward at A Tertiary Care Hospital