Selection of psychotropic medications for the primary health care essential medicine list : rationale and process

Introduction: Equitable access to essential psychotropic medicines at primary level is fundamental to universal health coverage for mental health. It relies upon rational selection, affordable pricing, financial protection and consistent supply systems. Which medicines are selected as essential impa...

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Published in:The South African journal of psychiatry 2018-09, Vol.24 (1), p.1-1
Main Authors: Robertson, Lesley J., Leong, Trudy D., De Waal, Renee
Format: Article
Language:English
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Congress Abstract
Drug evaluation
Evaluation
Mental health services
Methods
Primary health care
Psychiatric research
Psychotropic drugs
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors
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Summary:Introduction: Equitable access to essential psychotropic medicines at primary level is fundamental to universal health coverage for mental health. It relies upon rational selection, affordable pricing, financial protection and consistent supply systems. Which medicines are selected as essential impacts patient care and the economic sustainability of the health system. Rational selection uses the best available evidence for efficacy, safety and acceptability, and requires the assurance of affordability, obtainability and appropriate usage of the medicines. The process should be reliable, transparent and consultative.
ISSN:1608-9685
2078-6786
DOI:10.4102/sajpsychiatry.v24i0.1291