Evaluation of parameters
The following parameters were evaluated:
Types of antidiabetic prescribed
- Average number of antidiabetic per prescription
- Average age range of patients utilizing antidiabetic
- Comparison of antidiabetic prescribed in monotherapy vs. fixed dose
combination therapy
- Comparison of antidiabetic prescribing by generic vs. brand name
- Compliance or adherence (using Weekly Diary Cards).
- A criterion for non-compliance is < 80% of recommended
intake of prescribed drugs.
- Mode of administration of drugs
- Concomitant diseased conditions
- Most commonly used agents of a particular class
- Most common diagnosis
- Average cost of drug per prescription