Generic prescriptions are defined differently for dispensing practices

Prescribing costs in dispensing practices.

OBJECTIVE To examine differences in prescribing between dispensing and non-dispensing practices. SETTING The 108 practices covered by Lincolnshire Family Health Services Authority. DESIGN Analysis of prescribing data for 1990-1 from PD2 reports from the Prescription Pricing Authority in relation to data on practice characteristics obtained from Lincolnshire Family Health Services Authority;...

Information prescriptions: A tool for veterinary practices.

The Internet has become a major source of health information and has the potential to offer many benefits for both human and animal health. In order for impact to be positive, however, it is critical that users be able to access reliable, trustworthy information. Although more pet owners are using the Internet to research animal health information than ever before, there remains limited researc...

Parenteral Medication Prescriptions, Dispensing and Administration Habits in Mongolia

High levels of injection prescribing were reported in Mongolia. Understanding the factors influencing the injection prescribing is essential to reduce their inappropriate use. The study evaluated the views, experiences and attitudes of community members associated with the prescribing of injections in Mongolia. A structured questionnaire focusing on respondents' characteristics, experiences and...

On generic prescriptions and live surgeries

Study of 200 dispensing prescriptions in respect to their formulation suitability.

SUMMARY At the present study a total number of 200 dispensing prescriptions for skin use was studied in respect to the suitability of their formulation ingredients. The results showed that there was problems with almost all dispensed prescriptions including: - insolubility of drug in its prescribed vehiclp. - Insufficiency of alcoholic grade as formulation solvent. - Using tablet or caps...