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Problem-oriented drug information: a clinical pharmacological service
Lancet (London, England)
|December 17, 1983
Summary
Specialized drug information centers are essential for complex cases, providing expert reviews beyond standard guidelines. Clinical pharmacologists enhance patient care by accessing and evaluating medical literature for community physicians.
Area of Science:
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Standard drug information resources are insufficient for complex clinical scenarios.
- There is a growing need for specialized drug information services in both hospital and outpatient settings.
- Community physicians often lack access to comprehensive medical literature and databases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the necessity of specialized drug information centers.
- To demonstrate the role of clinical pharmacologists in providing expert drug information.
- To establish a system for managing and retrieving drug information.
Main Methods:
- Operating a drug information center staffed by clinical pharmacologists and pharmacists.
- Conducting literature searches and evaluating medical information.
- Answering clinical questions with referenced reviews.
- Establishing a drug information database ('Drugline') for future use.
Main Results:
- Identified a clear need for specialized drug information services.
- Demonstrated the value of clinical pharmacologists in interpreting complex drug information.
- Successfully created a system for personalized, evidence-based drug information delivery.
- Developed a valuable data bank of drug information for ongoing reference.
Conclusions:
- Specialized drug information centers are crucial for optimal drug therapy in complex cases.
- Clinical pharmacologists play a vital role in bridging the gap between medical literature and clinical practice.
- A systematic approach to drug information management enhances healthcare quality and patient safety.