Utilization of Angiotensin Ⅱ Receptor Blockers in Our Hospital from 2006 to 2008 / 中国药房

OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the clinical utilization of angiotensin Ⅱ receptor blockers(ARBs) in our hospital. METHODS: The clinical utilization data such as the DDDs and consumption sum of ARBs,angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors(ACEIs) and calcium antagonists during 2006～2008 in our hospital were evaluated. RESULTS: Both the consumption sum and proportion of ARBs increased year by year,and the DDDs of ARBs increased as well. Irbesartan and telmisartan showed the most rapid increase and losartan potassium took the lead over the three years. CONCLUSION: As a mainstream type of antihypertensive drugs,ARBs get more and more popularity among doctors and patients,and the clinical application of which enjoy a great potential.