title: [Pharmacoeconomic aspects of oral cytostatic agents].
abstract: When validating oral chemotherapy, pharmacists should confirm the suitability and correctness of the prescription, applying the same safety standards as those used for parenteral cytostatic drugs. There are an increasing number of cancers for which orally administered drugs are available, which increases patient satisfaction as these drugs can be taken at home without the need to visit a hospital. As oral cytostatic treatments increase, so does the importance of ensuring optimal treatment compliance. The new oral cytostatic agents are less toxic, reduce indirect costs and imply less loss of time for patients and their families. However, the cost of these agents should be below a threshold acceptable for society. As an aid to decision making, pharmacoeconomic tools should be used.
authors.affiliation: Jefe del Área Clínica de Farmacia, Hospital de Denia, Denia, Alicante, España. jaime.poquet@marinasalud.es
authors.forename: J E
authors.initials: JE
authors.lastname: Poquet Jornet
authors.forename: F J
authors.initials: FJ
authors.lastname: Carrera-Hueso
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Gasent Blesa
authors.forename: M
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Peris Godoy
mesh_terms: D000284:Administration, Oral; D000970:Antineoplastic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics* / Q000592:standards / Q000627:therapeutic use; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D017046:Cost Savings; D054697:Cytostatic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000191:economics* / Q000592:standards / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003657:Decision Making; D016527:Drug Costs; D006801:Humans; D007262:Infusions, Intravenous; D008495:Medical Oncology; D055118:Medication Adherence; D008508:Medication Errors; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000191:economics; D010166:Palliative Care; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D010820:Physicians / Q000523:psychology; D011306:Prescription Fees; D011788:Quality of Life
chemical_list: D000970:Antineoplastic Agents; D054697:Cytostatic Agents