The prescription pattern for coronary artery disease in tertiary care hospitals

Abstract

The study aims to assess the current prescribing patterns for drugs managing Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) at the designated site to promote rational drug use in a specialized population. Conducted in the Medicine ward over six months, this observational retrospective study focused on patients consulting cardiologists for cardiac issues. Among lipid-lowering agents, rosuvastatin was the most prescribed (52.84%), followed by atorvastatin (43.15%). Anti-hypertensive agents were widely used, with beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics being popular choices. Adrenergic receptor blockers were common for hypertension, with metoprolol (55.7%) and bisoprolol (10.8%) frequently prescribed. ACE inhibitors, particularly Enalapril (65.6%), dominated prescriptions. Diuretics, including eplerenone (37.2%) and furosemide (33.3%), ranked third. The majority of patients were male, potentially linked to smoking and alcohol habits. Analysis revealed the prevalence of statins and anti-atherogenic agents in cardiovascular prescriptions. Beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics were prominent in managing hypertension.Top of Form