Trends in Coprescription Among Taiwanese Children from 2002 to 2012
Sio-Ian Tou,
Cheng-Li Lin,
Chia-Yu Huang
et al.
Abstract:Purpose
Coprescription means that patients use different prescription medications at the same time, which can lead to polypharmacy and subsequent complications. In Taiwan, prescriptions can be ordered by Western physicians, traditional Chinese physicians and dentists. It is essential to disclose the trends in coprescription to prevent possible polypharmacy among children.
Patients and Methods
We used the Longitudinal Health Insurance Database 2000 in Taiwan. Children <1… Show more
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