PRESCRIPTIONS AND DRUGS
Keywords:
Prescription, pharmacology, drugs, rational use, drug resistance, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, healthcare, medication safety.Abstract
This article provides a comprehensive overview of prescriptions and drugs in modern medicine. It explains the concept of a medical prescription, its structure, and legal aspects. The paper also describes the classification of drugs, mechanisms of drug action, and the importance of rational prescribing. Furthermore, it discusses issues such as polypharmacy, drug resistance, and patient safety, as well as recent advances in pharmacology and digital prescribing systems. The goal of this article is to emphasize the importance of correct and ethical prescribing in improving patient outcomes and reducing medication errors.
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