Over-utilisation of intravenous proton pump inhibitor in non-intensive care unit patients
Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 07:42
in Health & Medicine
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are the most effective agents for treating acid related gastrointestinal (GI) disorders. The utilisation of intravenous (IV) formulations of PPIs has dramatically increased in health care institutions for inappropriate indications, route of administration and length of treatment. This is associated with an increased cost burden, increased risk of IV related infections, and utilisation of hospital resources...