[Drug therapy knowledge in ambulatory cardiovascular patients].
To analyse drug therapy knowledge of prescribed drugs and self-administered medicinal products we interviewed 222 ambulatory cardiovascular patients. Spontaneous mentions of drugs (at least 3 preparations on average) were completed later on specific questioning. 40% of patients once interrupted their therapy due to adverse drug reactions. Most patients knew the labels of their medicaments but the effects and indications only in 50%. Nevertheless 70% were satisfied with the informations of the physician. Drugs available over the counter were consumed in many of the respondents: 50% consumed analgetics, and--mainly female patients--25% sedatives and 15% laxatives or diuretics. We conclude that specific questioning on self-administation of OTC preparations or formerly prescribed drugs results in an improved overview of medication and a better handling of polymedication and drug compliance.
Medizinische Poliklinik Universitätsspital Zürich.
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D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*; D016009:Chi-Square Distribution; D003627:Data Interpretation, Statistical; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D004348:Drug Labeling; D064420:Drug-Related Side Effects and Adverse Reactions; D005260:Female; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010045:Outpatients; D010349:Patient Compliance; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011446:Prospective Studies; D012651:Self Medication; D012737:Sex Factors; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires
D004366:Nonprescription Drugs