To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice about prescribing fixed-dose combinations among medical doctors in a tertiary care hospital in Karnataka: A cross-sectional study

Tejas M R; Kishore M S; Hemanth Kumar K H

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Online Published: 09 Jan 2024

Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol. 2024; 14(6): 1151-1156

doi: 10.5455/njppp.2023.13.11539202321122023

To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice about prescribing fixed-dose combinations among medical doctors in a tertiary care hospital in Karnataka: A cross-sectional study

Tejas M R, Kishore M S, Hemanth Kumar K H.

Abstract
Background: Fixed-dose combinations (FDCs) constitute a substantial portion of prescribed medications worldwide and offer benefits such as enhanced efficacy, reduced pill burden, and improved patient compliance. However, their improper utilization can lead to inefficacies, increased costs, and adverse health outcomes. The assessment of clinicians’ understanding, attitudes, and practices regarding FDC prescription at a tertiary care teaching hospital in South India serves as a crucial step toward ensuring informed and rational medication practices.

Aims and Objectives: The aim and objectives of the study are to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice of prescribing FDCs among medical doctors.

Materials and Methods: Following approval from the Ethics Committee at Mysore Medical College and Research Institute, as well as obtaining written informed consent from medical doctors working in the institute, a selfadministered, structured, and pre-tested questionnaire was utilized. This questionnaire had been adapted from prior studies with similarities and was adjusted to align with the specific context of the present study.

Results: The study of 72 doctors highlighted high FDC awareness (91.7%). The generic name of FDC was employed by 69.4% of the participants in the study. Most advocated proper prescriptions (84.8%). 57% of them identified FDC rationality. 22.2% relied on drug indexes, among other varied sources, for FDC information.

Conclusion: It is essential to emphasize gaps in knowledge, attitude, and practice as it increases the risk of irrational prescriptions. Measures aiming to educate and rectify this issue, particularly in a tertiary hospital setting, help in mitigating the irrational use of drugs and optimizing patient care.

Key words: Knowledge; Attitude; Practice; Fixed-dose Combinations

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R, T. M., S, . K. M. & H, . H. K. K. (2024) To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice about prescribing fixed-dose combinations among medical doctors in a tertiary care hospital in Karnataka: A cross-sectional study. Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol, 14 (6), 1151-1156. doi:10.5455/njppp.2023.13.11539202321122023

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R, Tejas M, Kishore M S, and Hemanth Kumar K H. 2024. To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice about prescribing fixed-dose combinations among medical doctors in a tertiary care hospital in Karnataka: A cross-sectional study. National Journal of Physiology, Pharmacy and Pharmacology, 14 (6), 1151-1156. doi:10.5455/njppp.2023.13.11539202321122023

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