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Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi ; 49(7): 1966-1973, 2024 Apr.
Article in Chinese | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38812209

ABSTRACT

This study took Chinese patent medicine for children included in Chinese Pharmacopoeia(2020 edition and the first supplement), Medicine Catalogue for National Basic Medical Insurance, Work Injury Insurance, and Maternity Insurance(2022 edition), and National Essential Medicines List(2018 edition) as the research objects, so as to sort out the distribution situation, characteristics, and the problems of Chinese patent medicine for children(including child-specific medicines, common medicines for children and adults, and discretionary medicines for children). According to statistics and summary, Chinese patent medicine for children is mainly administered orally, and the dosage forms are mostly traditional dosage forms, such as tablets, granules, capsules, and oral liquids, with mostly bitter or sweet taste. Diseases are mainly classified into pulmonary diseases and spleen and stomach diseases, and varieties of medication without Children's medication safety information or "still unclear" account for a relatively large proportion of the medicines. There are relatively few varieties of Chinese patent medicines for children, poor compliance of child-specific medication, lack of refinement of Chinese patent medicines for children dosage, and lack of information about safe use of medication. It is recommended to update and improve the instruction manuals in a timely manner, develop new varieties of Chinese patent medicine for children, and actively carry out post-marketing evaluation and clinical comprehensive evaluation of Chinese patent medicine for children, so as to provide a reference for the supplement and improvement of the instructions, the comprehensive improvement, the formulation of the catalogue, and the research and development of new Chinese patent medicine for children and ensure the use of medicines for children.


Subject(s)
Drugs, Chinese Herbal , Humans , Child , China , Drugs, Chinese Herbal/therapeutic use , Nonprescription Drugs , Medicine, Chinese Traditional , Child, Preschool , Infant , Adolescent
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Rev. psicol. trab. organ. (1999) ; 40(1): 41-49, Abr. 2024. tab, ilus
Article in English | IBECS | ID: ibc-VR-30

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The purpose of this study was to investigate whether experiencing mobbing can predict different health risk behaviours, such as smoking, alcohol intake, increased use of medication as a consequence of psychological disorders at work, and the need to seek specialist support in non-university teachers (N = 9,350). The results of the factorial analysis confirmed the one-dimensionality of the scale and its invariance by gender and educational stage. Results for the predictive model showed that the total score on a mobbing scale predicts the increase in both alcohol intake and tobacco use, a greater use of medication as a consequence of psychological or psychosomatic health disorders at work, and the need to seek support from a specialist to overcome some personal crises related to work. Likewise, the consumption of alcohol and tobacco were positively correlated, whereas the search for specialist support was more related to the increase in the use of medication.(AU)


El objetivo del estudio fue investigar si el acoso psicológico predecía conductas de riesgo no saludables en forma de aumento del consumo de tabaco y alcohol y aumento del consumo de medicamentos por trastornos psicológicos asociados al trabajo, así como la búsqueda de apoyo de profesionales en docentes no universitarios (N = 9,350). Un análisis factorial inicial confirmó la unidimensionalidad de la escala de mobbing y su invarianza por género y etapa educativa. Los resultados del modelo predictivo mostraron que la puntuación en acoso predice el aumento de consumo de alcohol y de tabaco y mayor uso de medicamentos debido a problemas de salud psicológicos o psicosomáticos derivados del trabajo, así como la necesidad de buscar apoyo de especialistas para superar crisis personales relacionadas con el trabajo. El aumento del consumo de alcohol y de tabaco correlacionan positivamente. La búsqueda de apoyo especializado está más relacionada con el aumento del uso de medicamentos.(AU)


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Tobacco Use , Alcohol Drinking , Faculty/psychology , Psychosocial Support Systems , Drug Misuse
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Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 28(11): 3321-3332, nov. 2023. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS-Express | LILACS | ID: biblio-1520651

ABSTRACT

Resumo O estudo analisou o consumo de medicamentos não padronizados na saúde indígena, enfatizando a racionalidade da farmacoterapia, por meio de um estudo transversal dos dados secundários, de 2018 e 2019, no Distrito Especial Sanitário de Saúde Indígena Minas Gerais/Espírito Santo. Esses medicamentos foram classificados pela Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification. Para a comparação da origem de prescrição e da forma de aquisição, empregaram-se testes não paramétricos, avaliando o acesso a medicamentos. Verificou-se a racionalidade por meio do perfil de consumo e da opção terapêutica na lista de medicamentos padronizados. Foram consumidas 104.928 apresentações farmacêuticas, 66.967 (66%) eram para o trato alimentar e o metabolismo; 17.705 (17%) para o sistema nervoso; 12.961 (12%) para o sistema cardiovascular. Quanto aos medicamentos mais consumidos por regiões, 171 (90%) dos 190 apresentavam opção terapêutica. As prescrições foram mais provenientes do SUS. Encontraram-se diferenças na forma de aquisição dos medicamentos. O estudo apontou importante consumo de medicamentos não padronizados, podendo existir falhas na racionalidade terapêutica. Na saúde indígena, questões etnoculturais e sociais constituem desafios para o acesso aos medicamentos com uso racional.


Abstract The study analyzed the consumption of non-standard medication in the health of indigenous peoples, emphasizing the rationality of pharmacotherapy, by conducting a cross-sectional study of secondary data from 2018 and 2019 in the Minas Gerais/Espírito Santo Special Sanitary Indigenous Health Districts. These medicines were classified by Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification. Non-parametric tests were applied to compare the origin of prescription and the form of acquisition, assessing access to medication. Rationality was verified through the consumption profile and the therapeutic option in the list of standardized medicines. A total of 104,928 pharmaceutical presentations were consumed, 66,967 (66%) for the alimentary tract and metabolism, 17,705 (17%) for the nervous system, and 12,961 (12%) for the cardiovascular system. With respect to medicines consumed per region, 171 (90%) out of 190 had a therapeutic option. Prescriptions were more from the SUS. Differences were found in the way the medicines were acquired. The study pointed to significant consumption of non-standard medicines, and there may be failings in therapeutic rationality. In indigenous health, ethnocultural and social issues are challenges to access to medicines with rational use.

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Vive (El Alto) ; 5(15): 715-727, dic. 2022.
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-1424740

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En la actualidad la sepsis neonatal es uno de los principales diagnósticos en el servicio de Neonatología del Hospital Cochabamba, el medicamento de mayor elección para el tratamiento farmacológico de esta infección es la Amicacina, con la probabilidad de causar hipoacusia neonatal, la hipoacusia o disminución de la percepción auditiva, es un problema de especial importancia durante la infancia, ya que el desarrollo intelectual y social del niño está íntimamente ligado a las aferencias auditivas al sistema nervioso central, cuyo potencial discapacitante y minusvalidante depende en gran medida de la precocidad con que se realice el diagnóstico y se instaure el tratamiento y la rehabilitación. Objetivo. Diseñar un plan de implementación de Dosis Unitaria para contribuir a disminuir la hipoacusia en los pacientes neonatos. Materiales y Métodos se realizó un estudio documental basado en los registros de las Historias clínicas de los pacientes, realizándose un estudio descriptivo y retrospectivo. Se utilizaron los métodos empíricos como la encuesta, la entrevista y la observación científica, con el fin de demostrar y obtener un diagnóstico fidedigno, apoyándose con fuentes y estudios sobre la hipoacusia como sustento teórico. Resultados. Ante la evidencia de la existencia de la hipoacusia neonatal, como posible efecto adverso del uso farmacológico de la amicacina, se obtiene como resultado de la investigación la necesidad imperiosa de un plan de implementación en Dosis Unitaria para el servicio de neonatología del Hospital. Conclusiones. Los pacientes neonatos recibirán una atención segura, eficaz y humanizada con base a una implementación de Dosis Unitaria.


At present, neonatal sepsis is one of the main diagnoses in the Neonatology service of the Cochabamba Hospital, the drug of choice for the pharmacological treatment of this infection is Amicacin, with the probability of causing neonatal hypoacusis, the hypoacusis or decrease in auditory perception, is a problem of special importance during childhood, since the intellectual and social development of the child is intimately linked to the auditory afferents to the central nervous system, whose disabling and handicapping potential depends to a great extent on the precocity with which the diagnosis is made and the treatment and rehabilitation are established. Objective. To design a plan for the implementation of Unit Dose to contribute to the reduction of hearing loss in neonatal patients. Materials and Methods. A documentary study was carried out based on the patients' medical records, performing a descriptive and retrospective study. Empirical methods such as survey, interview and scientific observation were used in order to demonstrate and obtain a reliable diagnosis, supported by sources and studies on hypoacusis as theoretical support. Results. In view of the evidence of the existence of neonatal hypoacusis, as a possible adverse effect of the pharmacological use of amikacin, it is obtained as a result of the research the imperative need of an implementation plan in Unit Dose for the neonatology service of the Hospital. Conclusions. Neonatal patients will receive safe, effective and humanized care based on a Unit Dose implementation.


Atualmente, a sepse neonatal é um dos principais diagnósticos no serviço de Neonatologia do Hospital de Cochabamba. O medicamento de escolha para o tratamento farmacológico desta infecção é a Amicacina, com a probabilidade de causar hipoacusia neonatal, hipoacusia ou diminuição da percepção auditiva, é um problema de especial importância durante a infância, já que o desenvolvimento intelectual e social da criança está intimamente ligado aos aferentes auditivos do sistema nervoso central, cujo potencial incapacitante e deficiente depende em grande parte de quão cedo o diagnóstico é feito e como o tratamento e a reabilitação são estabelecidos. Objetivo. Elaborar um plano para a implementação da Unidade Dose para contribuir para a redução da perda auditiva em pacientes neonatais. Materiais e Métodos. Foi realizado um estudo documental baseado nos registros das histórias clínicas dos pacientes, realizando um estudo descritivo e retrospectivo. Métodos empíricos como pesquisa, entrevista e observação científica foram utilizados para demonstrar e obter um diagnóstico confiável, apoiado por fontes e estudos sobre hipoacusia como suporte teórico. Resultados. Dada a evidência da existência de hipoacusia neonatal, como um possível efeito adverso do uso farmacológico do amikacin, os resultados da pesquisa mostram a necessidade imperativa de um plano de implementação na Unidade Dose para o serviço de neonatologia do Hospital. Conclusões. Os pacientes neonatais receberão um cuidado seguro, eficaz e humanizado com base na implementação de uma dose unitária.


Subject(s)
Medical Records , Neonatal Sepsis , Medication Systems
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Braz. J. Pharm. Sci. (Online) ; 58: e19645, 2022. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1383983

ABSTRACT

Abstract We analyzed use of medication and associated factors in adults aged 18-59 years living in Rio Branco, Acre. This is a cross-sectional and population-based study that used a probabilistic sample of the population from rural and urban areas of the city of Rio Branco, Acre. The Prevalence Ratio (PR) was calculated with 95% confidence intervals and associations were estimated by Poisson regression. This study found a 29.4% prevalence ratio of use of medication among individuals aged from 18 to 59 years (685 adults: 473 women and 212 men; producing estimates for 211,902 adults: 110,769 women and 101,133 men). After adjusted analysis, their use was associated with: age (50-59 years, PR: 2.36; 95%CI: 2.29-2.43); women (PR: 1.25; 95%CI: 1.23-1.27); up to elementary school (PR: 1.13; 95%CI: 1.11-1.15); and poor or very poor self-rated health (PR: 1.47; 95%CI: 1.43-1.51). The health conditions associated with use of medication were: number of comorbidities, hypertension, diabetes, insomnia, depression, number of health complaints and use of health services. The most frequently used drugs were those belonging to the following ATC categories: alimentary tract and metabolism, cardiovascular system, nervous system, and the musculoskeletal system.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Pharmaceutical Preparations/administration & dosage , Adult , Drug Utilization/statistics & numerical data , Population/genetics , Public Health/classification , Pharmacoepidemiology/statistics & numerical data , Urban Area
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J Gen Fam Med ; 21(6): 261-263, 2020 Nov.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-33304722

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In this report, we present a case in which long-term swelling and pain because of an ankle sprain were successfully treated with the traditional Japanese herbal (Kampo) medicine Jidabokuippo. Jidabokuippo was created in Japan and has been used to treat swelling and pain associated with trauma. A 44-year-old woman sprained her right ankle and received the standard treatments including icing and immobilization for three weeks. However, the swelling, redness, and pain of her ankle continued for two months after the treatments. After initiating Jidabokuippo, her pain and swelling were promptly improved. This suggests that Jidabokuippo is a potentially promising pharmacotherapy for patients with ankle sprain which has not recovered smoothly. It is said that Jidabokuippo can be prescribed simply referring to pain and swelling of the affected areas; therefore, it should be considered as a treatment for trauma patients with long-term swelling and pain.

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J Gen Fam Med ; 21(4): 143-145, 2020 Jul.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32742904

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In this report, we present two cases in which benzodiazepines (BZDs) were able to be successfully reduced or discontinued by treatment with traditional Japanese herbal medicine (Kampo medicine), including Hangekobokuto (HKT). These two patients with long-term use of BZDs due to mental disorders suffered epigastric symptoms. After starting Kampo therapy including HKT, their epigastric symptoms were improved and they were able to reduce or discontinue the use of BZDs. This suggests that HKT is a potentially promising substitutive pharmacotherapy for patients with long-term use of BZDs. HKT should be considered as a treatment for patients with mental disorders who have taken BZDs for a long time and suffer from medically unexplained epigastric symptoms.

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BMJ Open ; 10(2): e034529, 2020 02 05.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-32029496

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OBJECTIVES: To assess whether medication beliefs differ between women who use or not use medication for their somatic chronic diseases during pregnancy and whether this association varies across diseases. DESIGN: Cross-sectional web-based survey. SETTING: Multinational study in Europe. PARTICIPANTS: Pregnant women or women with children less than 1 year old from European countries and with asthma, allergy, cardiovascular, rheumatic diseases, diabetes, epilepsy and/or inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD). PRIMARY AND SECONDARY OUTCOME MEASURE: Differences in scores of the Beliefs about Medicines Questionnaire (BMQ). RESULTS: In total, 1219 women were included (ranging from 736 for allergy to 49 for IBD). Women using medication for their chronic disease (n=770; 63%) had higher scores on the BMQ subscales necessity (16.6 vs 12.1, p<0.001) and benefits (16.2 vs 15.4, p<0.001), and lower values on the subscales overuse (12.5 vs 13.1; p=0.005) and harm (9.8 vs 10.7, p<0.001) than women not using medication. No significant differences were shown for the concerns subscale (12.5 vs 12.3, p=0.484). Beliefs varied somewhat across diseases but in general more positive beliefs among women using medication were shown. Epilepsy was the disease where less differences were observed between women using and not using medication. CONCLUSION: Women's beliefs were associated with medication use during pregnancy with only small differences across the diseases. Knowing pregnant women's beliefs could help identify women who are reluctant to use medication and could guide counselling to support making well-informed treatment decisions.


Subject(s)
Chronic Disease/drug therapy , Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice , Medication Adherence , Pregnant Women , Cross-Sectional Studies , Europe , Female , Humans , Internet , Pregnancy , Surveys and Questionnaires
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Article in Chinese | WPRIM (Western Pacific) | ID: wpr-855813

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Transitional care is an important step in the process of treating disease. Medication risk during this period of time has become a public safety issue and attracted more attention. It not only threatens patients' health, but also increases the unnecessary cost of medical resources. Through systematically analyzing the medication risk in each link of the transition care, this paper discusses the strategies to improve the medication risk management of patients in the process of transition, and provides references for improving the level of rational medication use and optimizing the allocation of medical resources in transition care.

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Rev Clin Esp (Barc) ; 219(4): 177-183, 2019 May.
Article in English, Spanish | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-30595234

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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: The aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of diabetes mellitus treated pharmacologically, analyse the prescription patterns of antidiabetic drugs and assess the degree of control over the disease in the province of Cadiz. PATIENTS AND METHODS: An observational retrospective study was conducted with the databases of the public health system of the Andalusian Health Service between 2014 and 2016, inclusive. Adults with treated diabetes (ATD) were considered those older than 14 years who had consumed at least 1 package of medication from the A10 group during the corresponding year covered by the study. RESULTS: The prevalence of ATD varied between 8.65% and 8.83% from 2014 to 2016, respectively. Seventy-one percent of the ATD were treated with only noninsulin drugs, 11% were treated with insulin, and 18% were treated with a combination of both. For approximately one-third of the ATD, an HbA1c reading was not performed during each year. Sixty-nine percent of the assessed ATD in 2016 had an appropriate degree of control according to RedGDPS criteria (based on HbA1c and age). CONCLUSION: The prevalence of pharmacologically treated diabetes in the province of Cadiz is high and appears to be increasing. The patients presented limited glycaemic control, to which inadequate follow-up in almost a third of the patients could be the major contributor.

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Contraception ; 97(2): 108-115, 2018 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-28801052

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OBJECTIVE: Legal restrictions on abortion access impact the safety and timing of abortion. Women affected by these laws face barriers to safe care that often result in abortion being delayed. Second-trimester abortion affects vulnerable groups of women disproportionately and is often more difficult to access. In Argentina, where abortion is legally restricted except in cases of rape or threat to the health of the woman, the Socorristas en Red, a feminist network, offers a model of accompaniment wherein they provide information and support to women seeking second-trimester abortions. This qualitative analysis aimed to understand Socorristas' experiences supporting women who have second-trimester medication abortion outside the formal health care system. STUDY DESIGN: We conducted 2 focus groups with 16 Socorristas in total to understand experiences accompanying women having second-trimester medication abortion who were at 14-24 weeks' gestational age. We performed a thematic analysis of the data and present key themes in this article. RESULTS: The Socorristas strived to ensure that women had the power of choice in every step of their abortion. These cases required more attention and logistical, legal and medical risks than first-trimester care. The Socorristas learned how to help women manage the possibility of these risks and were comfortable providing this support. They understood their work as activism through which they aim to destigmatize abortion and advocate against patriarchal systems denying the right to abortion. CONCLUSION: Socorrista groups have shown that they can provide supportive, women-centered accompaniment during second-trimester medication abortions outside the formal health care system in a setting where abortion access is legally restricted. IMPLICATIONS: Second-trimester self-use of medication abortion outside of the formal health system supported by feminist activist groups could provide an alternative model for second-trimester care worldwide. More research is needed to document the safety and effectiveness of this accompaniment service-provision model.


Subject(s)
Abortion, Induced/psychology , Caregivers/psychology , Pregnancy Trimester, Second/psychology , Abortion, Induced/legislation & jurisprudence , Adult , Argentina , Female , Feminism , Focus Groups , Gestational Age , Health Services Accessibility , Humans , Pregnancy , Qualitative Research , Social Networking
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Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 21(11): 3447-3458, Nov. 2016. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-828481

ABSTRACT

Resumo Caracterizar o perfil sociodemográfico e de saúde dos idosos segundo diabetes referido, avaliar o conhecimento e a prática quanto às opções de tratamento, bem como descrever o uso de medicamentos e potenciais riscos de interação medicamentosa (IM) neste subgrupo. Estudo transversal com 1.517 idosos de Campinas em 2008. Estimaram-se as prevalências de diabetes e verificaram-se as associações pelo teste de Rao-Scott. As potenciais IM foram avaliadas pela base de dados Micromedex®. A prevalência de diabetes referida pelos idosos foi de 21,7% sem diferença significativa entre os sexos. Verificou-se maior percentual de idosos diabéticos com 70 anos ou mais, com menor escolaridade, renda familiar per capita inferior a 1 salário mínimo e que não realizavam atividade ocupacional. O número médio de medicamentos foi de 3,9 nos 3 dias anteriores. Identificaram-se 413 possíveis interações, sendo que 53,1%, 7,8% e 7,2% dos idosos apresentaram risco de IM moderadas, menores e graves, respectivamente. Ressalta-se a importância da adoção de dieta saudável e prática de atividade física para redução do peso, controle da doença e de complicações. Evidencia-se a necessidade de atenção ao risco potencial das IM e o uso de medicamentos inapropriados ao idoso.


Abstract This study sought to outline the sociodemographic and health profile of elderly persons with reported diabetes, to assess the knowledge and practices regarding treatment options and describe the use of medications and potential risks for drug interactions (DI) in this subgroup. In 2008,a cross-sectional study was conducted of 1,517 elderly citizens in Campinas in which the prevalence of diabetes was estimated and its associations assessed using the Rao-Scott test (p < 0,05).The potential drug interactions were evaluated using the Micromedex® database. Diabetes prevalence was 21.7%, without significant difference between the sexes. A higher percentage of elderly diabetics was found aged over 70, with less schooling, per capita family income of less than 1 minimum wage and no occupational activity. The average drug intake was 3.9 in the previous 3 days. Possible interactions were identified in 413 cases and 53.1%, 7.8% and 7.2% of the subjects presented moderate, minor and serious risk of DI, respectively. The importance of adopting a healthy diet and physical activity for weight reduction, disease and complication control is stressed. The need for attention to the potential for drug interactions and the use of inappropriate medications among the elderly is highlighted.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Aged , Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice , Diabetes Mellitus/drug therapy , Inappropriate Prescribing/statistics & numerical data , Socioeconomic Factors , Brazil/epidemiology , Prevalence , Cross-Sectional Studies , Diabetes Mellitus/epidemiology , Drug Interactions
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Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 21(11): 3429-3438, Nov. 2016. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-828501

ABSTRACT

Resumo O objetivo foi avaliar a frequência de utilização em domicílio de medicamentos potencialmente inapropriados por idosos e analisar a significância clínica. Trata-se de estudo transversal retrospectivo, recorte de um estudo de utilização de medicamentos desenvolvido em um hospital público. Os medicamentos inapropriados foram classificados empregando os três grupos de critérios explícitos incluídos na Lista de Beers de 2012. Houve inclusão de 190 idosos na pesquisa e a prevalência encontrada para utilização de medicamentos inapropriados foi 44,2%. As classes terapêuticas de medicamentos inapropriados mais utilizados foram antiinflamatórios não esteroidais, agentes cardiovasculares, benzodiazepínicos e antidepressivos. Identificou-se associação positiva entre utilização de medicamentos inapropriados e polifarmácia, polipatologia e hipertensão. Na Rename 2013 identificou-se 35(34,3%) fármacos inapropriados. O estudo demonstrou alta prevalência de utilização de medicamentos inapropriados pelos idosos. As consequências clínicas da utilização de medicamentos inapropriados são importantes para a saúde pública devido ao risco de eventos adversos e impacto negativo na funcionalidade do idoso. Na atenção ao idoso é importante desenvolver ações para promover o uso racional de medicamentos.


Abstract The goal of this study was to assess how often potentially inappropriate medicines are used by the elderly at home, and analyze its clinical significance. This is a retrospective cross-sectional study, a segment of a study on the use of medication conducted at a public hospital. Inappropriate medication was classified according to the three criteria in the 2012 Beers List. 190 elderly were included in this study; the prevalence of the use of inappropriate medicines was 44.2%. The therapeutic classes of most often used inappropriate medicines were non-steroid anti-inflammatories, cardiovascular agents, benzodiazepines and antidepressants. We found a positive association between the use of inappropriate medicines and polypharmacy, polypathology and hypertension. The 2013 Rename identified 35 inappropriate drugs (34.3%). The study showed a high prevalence of using inappropriate medicines by the elderly. The clinical consequences of using inappropriate medicines are important for public health due to the risk of adverse events and a negative impact on elderly functionality. When it comes to caring for the elderly, it is important to develop measures to foster the rational use of medication.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Middle Aged , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Pharmacoepidemiology , Polypharmacy , Drug Therapy/standards , Inappropriate Prescribing/statistics & numerical data , Prevalence , Cross-Sectional Studies , Retrospective Studies , Drug Therapy/statistics & numerical data , Potentially Inappropriate Medication List
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Rev. Esc. Enferm. USP ; 50(spe): 61-67,
Article in English, Portuguese | LILACS, BDENF - Nursing | ID: lil-787783

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This qualitative study aims to analyze the perception of patients with hypertension on their non-adherence to medication. 13 participants were interviewed, classified as non-adherent.The analysis was performed using the technique of thematic content analysis. Data points to contradictions in the approach of what is being adherent or not, the difficulty of adhering to the use of medication due to lifestyle habits, that forgetting is understood as a justification for non-compliance, and reinforces factors that hinder such practice, such as the use of many drugs, the presence of signs and symptoms and changes in daily routine. With complex conditions that involve non-adherence to treatment and the current context of the predominance of chronic diseases, it is essential to invest in innovative strategies of care for such people.


Estudio cualitativo que se propone a analizar la percepción del portador de hipertensión arterial sobre su no adhesión al tratamiento medicamentoso. Fueron entrevistados trece participantes clasificados como no adherente. El análisis fue realizado por la técnica de análisis de contenido modalidad temática. Los datos apuntan para contradicciones en el abordaje sobre lo que es ser o no adherente, la dificultad de adherir al uso de los medicamentos debido al hábito de vida, que el olvido se comprende como una justificativa para la no adhesión, además de reforzar factores que dificultan tal práctica, como el uso de muchos medicamentos, presencia de señales y síntomas y mudanzas en la rutina diaria. Las complejas condiciones que involucran la no adhesión al tratamiento y al actual contexto de predominio de enfermedades crónicas, es primordial que se invierta en estrategias innovadoras de cuidado a tales personas.


Estudo qualitativo que se propõe a analisar a percepção do portador de hipertensão arterial sobre a sua não adesão ao tratamento medicamentoso. Foram entrevistados treze participantes classificados como não aderente. A analise foi realizada pela técnica de analise de conteúdo modalidade temática. Os dados apontam para contradições na abordagem sobre o que é ser ou não aderente, a dificuldade de aderir ao uso dos medicamentos devido ao hábito de vida, que o esquecimento é compreendido como uma justificativa para a não adesão, além de reforçarem fatores que dificultam tal prática, como o uso de muitos medicamentos, presença de sinais e sintomas e mudanças na rotina diária. As complexas condições que envolvem a não adesão ao tratamento e ao o atual contexto de predomínio de doenças crônicas, é primordial que se invista em estratégias inovadoras de cuidado a tais pessoas.


Subject(s)
Humans , Treatment Adherence and Compliance , Hypertension , Antihypertensive Agents/therapeutic use , Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice , Qualitative Research
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Arq. ciências saúde UNIPAR ; 20(3): 171-175, set.-dez. 2016. ilus
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-832969

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O cuidado farmacêutico na Assistência Farmacêutica Domiciliar, além de contar com toda assistência existente em um estabelecimento de saúde, engloba os fatores sociais, familiares e individuais de cada paciente, em sua residência. Dessa forma, o farmacêutico assume um papel imprescindível, sendo responsável pela promoção, proteção e recuperação da saúde. Analogamente, o presente trabalho avaliou, por meio de um questionário, os moradores do bairro Zona III, no município de Umuarama - PR, além de realizar algumas orientações quanto à utilização dos medicamentos. Foram avaliados 65 pacientes, dos quais, 89,2% alegaram realizar o uso contínuo de medicamentos, destes 75,4% são mulheres e 24,6% homens, em relação à escolaridade, 9,2% declararam ser analfabetos, 44,6% cursaram a escola fundamental, enquanto 36,9% afirmam ter cursado até o ensino médio, e 9,2% concluíram o ensino superior. Posteriormente, menos da metade dos pacientes afirmaram realizar a leitura da bula, porém, 70% alegaram verificar o lote e validade dos medicamentos utilizados. Ao serem questionados sobre a forma de aquisição, 53,8% dizem comprá-los, e 32,3% adquirem por meio de compra e do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS), 6,2% compram e recebem por meio de doações, 6,2% obtém do (SUS), ao passo que 1,5% somente por doações. Em relação à posologia, a maioria assegura segui-la corretamente, totalizando 81,5% dos pacientes. Com base neste trabalho, retificou-se a necessidade da presença do farmacêutico para orientação dos pacientes.


Pharmaceutical care in Home Pharmaceutical Assistance, as well as having all the assistance provided by a health institution, it also includes social, family and individual factors for each patient at their homes. Therefore, the pharmacist plays an essential role, being responsible for the promotion, protection and recovery of health. This study applied a questionnaire to the residents of Zona III neighborhood in the city of Umuarama - PR, in addition to providing some guidelines regarding the use of medications. A total of 65 patients were assessed, of which 89.2% said they make continuous use of medication, 75.4% of these were women and 24.6% men. Regarding education, 9.2% reported being illiterate, 44.6 % have attended primary school, while 36.9% claim to have attended high school and 9.2% have completed higher education. Additionally, less than half of the patients reported having the habit of reading the leaflets, although 70% reported they check the batch and validity of the medicine used. When asked about the form of acquisition, 53.8% say they buy them, while 32.3% acquire them through purchase and through the Unified Health System, 6.2% buy and receive donations, 6.2% obtained it from the Unified Health System (SUS), while 1.5% obtained them only though donations. Regarding posology, most of them (81.5%) stated they followed the posology correctly. The need of a pharmacist could be noticed throughout the work, in order to provide guidance to the patients.


Subject(s)
Humans , Pharmaceutical Services , Drug Utilization
16.
Reprod. clim ; 31(2): 76-81, Maio - Ago. 2016. ilus, tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: biblio-833712

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Este trabalho foi composto por um estudo transversal, feito em Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brasil, para avaliar os fatores associados à qualidade de vida em mulheres no climatério. Foram usados o questionário de qualidade de vida SF­36 e uma entrevista sobre dados socioeconômicos, demográficos, uso de medicamentos e hábitos de vida. A média de idade das 113 participantes foi de 53,3 ± 4,4 anos. Dessas, 49,6% conviviam com companheiro e 77,4% eram usuárias exclusivas do Sistema Único de Saúde. Foi observado que a renda de 54% delas era menor ou igual a um salário mínimo e 69% tinham baixa escolaridade. Na avaliação da associação entre as variáveis da entrevista e os oito domínios do questionário SF36, observou­se diferença significativa na qualidade de vida em relação a: (i) idade no domínio saúde mental; (ii) viver com ou sem companheiro nos domínios estado geral de saúde e limitação por aspecto emocional; (iii) presença de alguma doença crônica nos domínios estado geral de saúde e saúde mental; (iv) uso de medicamento contínuo no domínio saúde mental. Conclui­se que o aumento da idade, a presença de doenças crônicas e o uso de medicamentos agrava a qualidade de vida dessas mulheres. Entretanto, a convivência com parceiro modifica positivamente alguns domínios associados à qualidade de vida.


A cross­sectional study was conducted in Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil to evaluate the factors associated with quality of life in climacteric women. It was used for this evaluation the questionnaire SF­36 of quality of life and one interview about socioeconomic, demographic, medicines used and living habits. The average age of the 113 participant was 53.3±4.4 years, 49.6% living with a partner and 77.4% using the public health system as the exclusive health insurance. It was observed that the income of 54% of them were less than or equal to the minimum wage and 69% had low education. Assessing the association between the variables of the interview and the eight domains of the SF­36, there was significant difference in the quality of life in relation to: (i) age, in the mental health domain; (ii) living with or without a partner, related to general health and limitation by emotional aspect; (iii) the presence of any chronic disease correlated to general health and mental health; (iv) continuous­use medication in the mental health domain. Concluding, the higher the age, in association with chronic diseases and medicines intake, the worse the quality of life of these women. Moreover, living with a partner positively modifies some areas associated with quality of life.


Subject(s)
Humans , Female , Middle Aged , Climacteric , Drug Utilization , Menopause , Quality of Life , Surveys and Questionnaires/statistics & numerical data
17.
Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 20(12): 3797-3804, Dez. 2015. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-770636

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Abstract This study examined the factors associated with antidepressant use among community-dwelling elderly individuals. Data collected from the Bambuí Project, a population-based study on aging and health with a cohort of 1,606 elderly individuals, were used. Gender, age, education, marital status, household income and cohabitation status were the sociodemographic characteristics investigated. Health conditions included self-reported health, number of chronic diseases, depressive symptoms, cognitive impairment and functional disability. Poisson regression with robust variance was used to test associations and to estimate prevalence ratios with 95% confidence intervals. The prevalence of antidepressant use was 8.4%. After multivariate analysis, antidepressant use was associated with the female gender (PR = 2.96; 95%CI 1.82-4.81), being single or divorced (PR = 0.48; 95%CI 0.25-0.91), cognitive impairment (PR = 0.44; 95%CI 0.24-0.84) and worse self-reported health (poor/very poor) (PR=1.86; 95%CI 1.11-3.10). The results are similar to those observed in several other studies conducted in higher-income countries and suggest that self-reported health in the elderly population of Bambuí is a key factor in the decision to use antidepressants.


Resumo O estudo investigou os fatores associados ao uso de antidepressivos junto a população idosa residente em comunidade. Foram utilizados dados coletados de 1.606 integrantes da coorte idosa do Projeto Bambuí, um estudo de base populacional sobre envelhecimento e saúde. As características sociodemográficas incluíram sexo, idade, escolaridade, situação conjugal, renda familiar e coabitação. As condições de saúde incluíram autoavaliação da saúde, número de doenças crônicas, sintomas depressivos, disfunção cognitiva e capacidade funcional. O modelo de regressão de Poisson foi utilizado para testar as associações e estimar razões de prevalência e respectivos intervalos de confiança de 95%. A prevalência do uso de antidepressivos foi de 8,4%, sendo a amitriptilina o princípio ativo mais utilizado. Após a análise multivariada, o uso de antidepressivo foi associado ao sexo feminino (RP=2,96; 95%CI 1,82-4,81), ser solteiro ou divorciado (RP = 0,48; IC95% 0,25-0,91), disfunção cognitiva (RP = 0,44; IC95% 0,24-0,84) e autoavaliação da saúde (ruim, muito ruim) (RP=1,86; 95%CI 1,11-3,10). Nossos resultados mostraram-se semelhantes aos de estudos desenvolvidos em países de renda elevada e sugerem que a autoavaliação da saúde é o fator-chave na decisão do uso de antidepressivos na população idosa de Bambuí.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Aged , Practice Patterns, Physicians'/statistics & numerical data , Depression/drug therapy , Antidepressive Agents/therapeutic use , Brazil , Aging , Prevalence , Cohort Studies , Cognition , Depression/diagnosis
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Rev. APS ; 18(3)set. 2015.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-784468

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Desde 1940, as altas taxas de crescimento populacionalsão observadas pela população idosa brasileira que constituio grupo etário que mais utiliza medicamentos, tornando-senecessário o monitoramento periódico desse uso.Contudo, mudanças na estrutura familiar e no nível dedependência dos idosos têm aumentado as taxas de institucionalização.O presente estudo tem como objetivo avaliaro perfil do uso de medicamentos em idosos residentesem uma instituição de longa permanência no interior deMinas Gerais. Trata-se de um estudo transversal, observacionale descritivo, que teve como amostra 27 idosos,com predomínio do sexo feminino e na faixa etária de 60-69 anos. A média de medicamentos por idoso foi de 3,5e 33,3% dos idosos estavam submetidos à polifarmácia.A classe farmacológica mais frequentemente utilizada foia do sistema nervoso, seguida do sistema cardiovascular.Foram identificadas 29 possíveis interações medicamentosas,sendo 2 graves e 27 moderadas, além de 3 medicamentospotencialmente perigosos. Em relação à dose, todasestão de acordo com o estabelecido pela Micromedex.Cabe ressaltar a necessidade de medidas interventivas e ainserção do farmacêutico nas instituições de longa permanênciapara idosos, a fim de garantir a segurança desseperfil de pacientes, em relação ao uso de medicamentos.


Abstract: Since 1940, the elderly population in Brazil hasexperienced high rates of growth. Considering they arethe age group that uses medications the most, this useshould be monitored regularly . However, changes in thefamily structure as well as in the level of dependencyof the elderly have increased institutionalization rates.The present paper aims to evaluate the medication useprofile for elderly residents in a long-stay institution inthe State of Minas Gerais, Brazil. This is a cross-sectional,observational and descriptive study about 27 elderlypeople, predominantly females, 60 to 69 years old. Theaverage number of drugs per individual was 3.5, and33.3% of these elderly were subjected to polypharmacy.The most frequently used pharmacological class wasof the nervous system, followed by the cardiovascularsystem. A total of 29 potential drug interactions wereidentified: 2 serious and 27 moderate; in addition to 3potentially dangerous medications. Regarding prescribeddosage, all were in accordance with what was establishedby Micromedex. We highlight the need for interventionalmeasures and the inclusion of a pharmacist figure inlong-stay institutions for the elderly, in order to ensure thesafety of this type of patient in relation to drug use.


Subject(s)
Drug Utilization , Homes for the Aged , Aged , Comprehensive Health Care
19.
Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 20(2): 325-332, fev. 2015. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-742225

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O presente estudo teve por objetivo avaliar a atuação do farmacêutico na dispensação de medicamentos, sendo realizada pesquisa transversal exploratório-descritiva em oito Centros de Atenção Psicossocial (CAPS) Adulto do Município de São Paulo. Questionário semiaberto sobre o serviço de dispensação foi aplicado aos farmacêuticos responsáveis de cada unidade estudada. Foram selecionadas duas unidades CAPS Adulto das regiões Norte, Sul, Leste e Oeste de São Paulo. A região central não dispõe de CAPS adulto, razão pela qual não fez parte do estudo. A maior parte dos entrevistados apresentou idade entre 35 e 40 anos, com predomínio do gênero feminino. Verificou-se que metade dos entrevistados realizou apenas 25% das dispensações e poucos fizeram a análise de todas as prescrições antes de dispensar o medicamento. Todos os respondentes entravam em contato com o prescritor na presença de algum problema relacionado ao medicamento. Entretanto, intervenções farmacêuticas não eram realizadas comumente. Ainda, um dos respondentes indicou que todas as suas funções na farmácia poderiam ser delegadas a outro profissional. Os dados reforçam a necessidade de ações que possibilitem o aprimoramento contínuo do farmacêutico a fim de que esteja apto à prática clínica voltada aos pacientes com transtornos mentais.


The objective of this study was to evaluate the role of the pharmacist in dispensing medication by conducting cross-sectional exploratory-descriptive research in eight Adult Psychosocial Care Centers (CAPS) in São Paulo. The pharmacists responsible for each of the dispensing units studied filled out a semi-structured questionnaire about the service provided. Two Adult CAPS units were selected from each of the North, South, Eastand West regions of São Paulo. The central region has no Adult CAPS, and was therefore not included in the study. Most of the respondents were aged between 35 and 40 years and were predominantly female. It was found that half of the respondents performed only 25% of dispensations and few conducted an analysis of all prescriptions before dispensing medication. All respondents contacted the prescriber if any medication-related problems a rose. However, few pharmaceutical interventions were commonly performed. Furthermore, one respondent indicated that all his/her functions in the pharmacy could be delegated to another professional. These findings reveal the pressing need for actions that ensure the ongoing training of pharmacists to enable them to be clinically prepared to deal with patients with mental disorders.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Adult , Middle Aged , Pharmacists , Pharmaceutical Services , Professional Role , Brazil , Urban Health , Cross-Sectional Studies , Psychosocial Support Systems
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Ciênc. Saúde Colet. (Impr.) ; 18(12): 3695-3704, Dez. 2013. tab
Article in Portuguese | LILACS | ID: lil-695362

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O uso de analgésicos, antipiréticos e anti-inflamatórios não esteroides por crianças muitas vezes não tem aprovação das agências reguladoras, nem respaldo das evidências científicas. Prescrições pediátricas podem ser influenciadas por fatores que não favorecem o uso racional dos medicamentos desta classe. O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a utilização de analgésicos, antipiréticos e anti-inflamatórios não esteroides em crianças, considerando os setores público (SUS) e privado (N-SUS). A amostra foi composta por 150 prescrições (101 SUS e 49 N-SUS) seguidas de entrevista aos cuidadores, em dezoito locais (nove drogarias privadas e nove Unidades de Saúde do SUS). Os medicamentos foram prescritos de forma apropriada, segundo faixa etária, somente em 21,8% (SUS) e 29,6% (N-SUS) das prescrições. Mais de 95% das receitas, independente da origem, não atenderam aos critérios estabelecidos para avaliação do uso racional, com erros de dose, frequência e duração do tratamento. A análise das prescrições de analgésicos, antipiréticos e anti-inflamatórios não esteroides para crianças não apresentou diferenças significantes nos setores público e privado.


The use of analgesic, antipyretic and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs by children more often than not neither have the approval of regulatory agencies nor the endorsement of scientific evidence. Pediatric prescriptions can be influenced by factors that do not promote the rational use of drugs by this category. The objective of this study was to evaluate the use of analgesic, antipyretic and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in children, considering the public (SUS) and private (N-SUS) sectors. The sample comprised 150 prescriptions (101 SUS and 49 Non-SUS) followed by interviews with the caregivers in eighteen locations (nine private drugstores and nine units of the Unified Health System (SUS). The drugs were prescribed appropriately, by age group, only in 21.8% (SUS) and 29.6% (Non-SUS) prescriptions. Over 95% of prescription, regardless of source, did not meet the established criteria for evaluation of their rational use, with dosage, frequency and duration of treatment errors. The analysis of prescriptions for analgesic, antipyretic and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for children revealed no significant differences between the public and private sectors.


Subject(s)
Child , Child, Preschool , Humans , Infant , Infant, Newborn , Analgesics/therapeutic use , Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal/therapeutic use , Antipyretics/therapeutic use , Drug Prescriptions/statistics & numerical data , Drug Utilization/statistics & numerical data , Cross-Sectional Studies
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