HERBAL AND ALTERNATIVE THERAPIES: ASSESSING RISKS TO RENAL HEALTH WORLDWIDE
Herbal and traditional medicines remain an essential component of healthcare systems worldwide, deeply embedded in cultural traditions and widely utilized across Asia, Africa, South America, and increasingly in Western countries. According to the World Health Organization, nearly 80% of the…
DRUG INTERVENTIONS FOR BEHAVIORAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SYMPTOMS OF DEMENTIA: FOCUS ON AGGRESSION
Dementia is a progressive and irreversible neurodegenerative disorder that profoundly impairs cognitive, behavioral, and functional abilities. Beyond cognitive decline, individuals with dementia frequently experience behavioral and psychological symptoms that complicate clinical management and reduce quality of life. Among these symptoms,…
PHYTOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND TOXICOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT OF IRVINGIA GABONENSIS STEM BARK
Traditional medicine remains a cornerstone of healthcare systems worldwide, particularly in developing regions where access to modern medical services may be limited. The World Health Organization reports that a large proportion of the global population continues to depend on plant-based…
PATTERNS OF PRESCRIPTION COMPLIANCE WITH NHS FORMULARIES IN OUTPATIENT CARE
Prescribing is one of the most critical decision-making processes in patient care, serving as the final link between clinical diagnosis and therapeutic intervention. Inaccurate or inappropriate prescribing can lead to medication errors, poor therapeutic outcomes, and increased healthcare costs. Within…
EVALUATING OUTPATIENT PRESCRIBING PATTERNS THROUGH FORMULARIES COMPLIANCE AUDITS
Safe and rational prescribing is a fundamental component of effective healthcare delivery and responsible resource utilization. As the final stage of clinical decision-making, prescribing translates diagnosis into therapeutic action and therefore plays a critical role in determining patient outcomes. High-quality…