Analysis on 10 033 Cases of Adverse Drug Reaction Reports in Jiangxi Region in 2008 / 中国药房

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the characteristics and causes of adverse drug reactions (ADR) in Jiangxi region in order to improve the rational use of drug in clinic. METHODS: A total of 10 033 cases of ADR reports collected in Jiangxi region in 2008 were classified and analyzed statistically. RESULTS: The ADR were predominantly induced by antimicrobial drugs (53.76%), followed by TCM preparation (16.68%). Intravenous administration was the main cause of ADR(65.45%). 225 case of severe ADR reports accounted for 2.24% and 412 cases of new ADR reports 4.11%. 99 cases of severe ADR were characterized by the systematic damages.12 death cases and 12 sequelae cases were involved in 225 cases of severe ADR reports. CONCLUSION: Great importance should be attached to ADR monitoring, reporting and publicizing to promote rational use of drug in clinic.