Assessment of Knowledge and Awareness about Chronopharmacology among Post Graduate Medical Students of Government Medical College, Rewa (M.P.)

Background: Chronopharmacology is a scientific discipline that examines how biological rhythms influence the effects of pharmacotherapy, which is the study of how drug administration timing impacts its efficacy. De-spite its significance, chronopharmacology is often neglected and not extensively researched within the context of therapy optimization. This study aimed to evaluate doctors’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regard-ing chronopharmacology. Materials & Methods: A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted using a questionnaire. A total of 100 participants were enrolled after obtaining their consent and given a structured KAP questionnaire consisting of 20 questions. The data collected were expressed in percentages. Results: Findings revealed that 58% of participants were familiar with the term chronopharmacology. Addition-ally, 53% acknowledged that chronopharmacology pertains to the influence of drugs on biological rhythms, such as circadian rhythms. Moreover, 45% of respondents believed that chronotherapy could affect the pharmacokinetics of drug. Furthermore, 65% indicated that they consistently include correct timing for drug administration in their prescriptions. Conclusion: Although a majority of participants were not aware of the term chronopharmacology, they recognized the connection between the biological clock and various diseases and expressed a desire for patient coun-selling on this topic. It is essential to enhance educational efforts for doctors regarding the principles of chro-nopharmacology.