Dosage form and specification analysis on electrolytes and antipyretic analgesics in 2018 National Essential Medicines List
10.12206/j.issn.1006-0111.202003200
- VernacularTitle:2018版基本药物目录剂型规格分析——以电解质和解热镇痛药为例
- Author:
Taozhi ZHANG
1
;
Yanwen WANG
2
;
Meng LI
2
;
Xuxu YIN
2
;
Wei LIU
2
Author Information
1. Department of Pharmacy, Second Hospital Affiliated to Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450014, China.
2. School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China.
- Keywords:
Essential Medicines List;
dosage form and specification;
electrolytes;
antipyretic analgesics
- From:
Journal of Pharmaceutical Practice
2020;38(6):568-573
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To provide data reference for improving the selection criteria of the dosage forms and specifications of the electrolytes and antipyretic analgesics in the Essential Medicines List, and to improve the applicability of these medicines to children and the availability of essential medicines. Methods The market and prices of electrolytes and antipyretic analgesics were retrieved by the system. The data were processed by Excel software, and the different dosage forms were compared and analyzed. Results 8 medication classes were included for adjusting water, electrolytes and acid-base balance, and another 16 classes were analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic and anti-gout drugs. Those medications were characterized with many registered approval numbers, manufacturers and some considerations for pediatric uses. The proper prices were given for different dosage forms and specifications. There is a room for improvement regarding the specifications of potassium, glucose injections, and acetaminophen preparations. Conclusion The selection of pharmaceutical dosage forms and specifications in the Essential Medicines List should be comprehensively evaluated from the registered approval numbers of base medicines, the manufacturers and related prices in pharmaceutical procurement platforms from various provinces, and the clinical needs for special populations. It is recommended that 10 ml: 1 g potassium chloride injection, 50 ml glucose injection，acetaminophen suppositories and drops were included in the Essential Medicines List.
