Pattern of Adverse Drug Reactions in Cancer Patients at a Tertiary Care Hospital In Telangana Region of South India
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 17, Issue 2
Abstract
:Pattern of adverse drug reaction studies in cancer patients is rare in India. Adverse drug reactions associated with the use of anticancer drugs are a worldwide problem which cannot be ignored. Adverse drug reactions can range from mild reaction like nausea, vomiting or any other to severe myelosuppression. This study was planned to observe adverse drug reactions in cancer patients receiving radiation therapy or chemotherapy aged above 18 years and visiting MGM Hospital for treatment and regular check-ups. During the study period, 201 cancer patients who came to the hospital were screened for occurrence of adverse drug reactions during their treatment with chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Almost each and every patient was suffering with at least 2-3 ADRs. Female sufferers are more than male patients. Breast cancer prevalence is more when compared to any other types of cancer. A total of 3370 ADRs were observed in our study population. In the study population mostly affected organ systems were gastrointestinal system -31%, CNS & PNS systems30% followed by musculoskeletal system-16%, respiratory system-8%, sensory system-7% and skin and appendages-7% respectively.
Authors and Affiliations
K. Prathyusha1, A. Y. Rao2 ,, G. Praneeth, P. Kishore1
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