Table 5 Recommendations for improving adverse drug reactions (ADRs) reporting
Recommendations for improving ADRs reporting | Frequency (n) | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
Frequent pharmacovigilance awareness via continuing medical education (CME) / workshop | 21 | 23.6 |
Frequent SMS / Email about ADR reporting / Provide toll-free number | 3 | 3.4 |
Make online reporting of ADRs through software | 2 | 2.2 |
Keep ADR register in all the wards and Out-patients Department (OPD) | 32 | 36.0 |
Include ADR forms along with case sheet | 11 | 12.4 |
Make ADRÂ reporting mandatory | 1 | 1.1 |
Include ADR column in a medical case sheet | 2 | 2.2 |
Develop mobile apps for ADR reporting | 2 | 2.2 |
Discuss ADR cases every month during PV meeting | 1 | 1.1 |
Make a standardized protocol for reporting ADR | 9 | 10.1 |
Include ADR reporting in the resident logbook | 5 | 5.6 |
Total | 89 | 100.0 |