Analysis of the Utilization of Essential Medicines of TCM Preparations in 21 Hospitals of Yancheng Area in Jiangsu Province during 2015-2016 / 中国药房

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OBJECTIVE:To provide reference for rational use of essential medicines of TCM preparations.METHODS:The utilization of essential medicines of TCM preparations was analyzed statistically in 21 hospitals of Yancheng area in Jiangsu province during Oct.2015-Jun.2016.RESULTS:The utilization rate of essential medicines of TCM preparations was 66.82％ in first-level hospital,and 34.64％ in second-level hospitals and 12.50％ in third-level hospitals.Top 5 essential medicines of TCM preparations in the list of consumptions sum were all TCM injection,which were mainly used for promoting blood circulation to dissipate blood stasis,invigorating qi,clearing away heat and toxic substances.Irrational use of essential medicines of TCM preparations included unsuitable usage and dosage,unsuitable solvent,drug use without indications.CONCLUSIONS:The utilization of essential medicines of TCM preparations are in good condition in 21 hospitals of Yancheng,but it is necessary to pay more attention to irrational use of them so as to promote safe and rational drug use.