NSAID utilization patterns following market withdrawal of rofecoxib.

Autor: Morikawa, Bradley H., Vanderplas, Ann M., Chang, Eunice Y., Lew, Kim H.
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Zdroj: Formulary; Jul2005, Vol. 40 Issue 7, p220-226, 3p
Abstrakt: Compares the utilization patterns of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAID) in patient populations at higher risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events following market withdrawal of COX-2 inhibitor rofecoxib in the United States. Retrospective analysis of electronic pharmacy claims from a large managed care organization; Estimated number of patients with gastrointestinal risk factors; NSAID discontinuation and switch rates among chronic NSAID users.
Databáze: Complementary Index