The successful introduction of a programme to reduce the use of iv ciprofloxacin in hospital
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- 1 May 2002
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Oxford University Press (OUP) in Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy
- Vol. 49 (5) , 827-830
- https://doi.org/10.1093/jac/dkf003
Abstract
The effectiveness of a programme to reduce the use of iv ciprofloxacin was assessed. iv ciprofloxacin was removed from ward stock and discussion occurred regarding appropriate use of the drug. Six months later, a factsheet containing recommendations was distributed to all medical staff and a requirement for justification before prescription was introduced. The programme reduced expenditure on iv ciprofloxacin to 34% of original levels. Savings of >£36 000 were made for two consecutive years. A sustained reduction in the use of iv ciprofloxacin was obtained by a combination of education and restriction.Keywords
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