Introduction and audit of a general practice antibiotic formulary.
A survey of oral antibiotic prescriptions was carried out in a semi-urban general practice. From this a practice formulary was devised. The formulary was put into operation and the results of its introduction were reviewed after 12 months. There was a reduction in antibiotic costs without an increase in the number of patient consultations, home visits or referrals to hospital.
Needham
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Brown
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Freeborn
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D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D004363:Drug Utilization / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D004739:England; D005194:Family Practice; D005569:Formularies as Topic; D006801:Humans; D008485:Medical Audit
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents