Research Journal of Pharmacology
ISSN: Online 1993-6019ISSN: Print 1815-9362
Abstract
Effective pain management is crucial for recovery in post‐surgical patients. This study explores the patterns of analgesic use and the factors influencing their selection and effectiveness in a tertiary care hospital. A retrospective analysis was conducted on 200 post‐surgical patients to determine the types of analgesics used, factors affecting their choice and their perceived effectiveness. Data were collected from medical records at a single tertiary care institution, with variables including age, type of surgery, comorbidities and patient feedback on analgesic effectiveness. Of the 200 patients analyzed, 136 (68%) received analgesics post‐surgery. Opioids were the most commonly used analgesic (47.5%), followed by NSAIDs (34%) and acetaminophen (11%). Combination therapies were less common (6.5%) and a minimal number of patients (1%) did not receive any analgesics. The choice of analgesic was significantly influenced by the patient's age, comorbidities and the type of surgery. Major surgeries were more likely to result in the use of opioids. Regarding effectiveness, 60% of patients reported effective pain control, while 7.5% reported ineffectiveness. Analgesic use in post‐surgical patients at the tertiary care hospital predominantly involves opioids, with a significant reliance on patient demographics and surgical type to guide analgesic choices. While most patients reported effective pain management, the study highlights the need for ongoing assessment and potential refinement of pain management protocols to enhance patient outcomes.
How to cite this article:
Santosh Baburao Godbharle and Jadhav Amol Ramrao. Analgesic Use Patterns and Associated Factors Among Post Surgical Patients in Tertiary Care Hospital.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjp.2024.4.5.9
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9362/10.36478/makrjp.2024.4.5.9