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

How to Cite?: Dr. Prasannakumari.S, Dr. M. Shanthi M.D, Dr. M. S Ahil M.D, Dr. Parameswari.R M.D, "A Questionnaire Based Survey to Assess the Knowledge about Rational Use of Medicine among Interns in a Tertiary Care Centre", Volume 6 Issue 6, June 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 962-964, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20174427, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20174427