A systematic analysis of package insert information referencing race and ethnicity for 100 medications commonly used in critically ill patients

Some of the terminology found in the package inserts in our study was either not listed or specifically not recommended for use in federal government reporting. These findings elucidate the prevalence and contexts in which race/ethnicity-related terminology is employed, highlighting its potential impact on clinical decision-making and drug use evaluation.

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American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy
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2025-04-02
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https://doi.org/10.1093/ajhp/zxaf087
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Pharmaceutical studies and practices
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A systematic analysis of package insert information referencing race and ethnicity for 100 medications commonly used in critically ill patients

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Abstract

Some of the terminology found in the package inserts in our study was either not listed or specifically not recommended for use in federal government reporting. These findings elucidate the prevalence and contexts in which race/ethnicity-related terminology is employed, highlighting its potential impact on clinical decision-making and drug use evaluation.

American Journal of Health-System PharmacyVol. 82(21)
University of Arizona (US), American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (US)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 91%
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