Evaluation of the appropriateness of medication use in outpatients with depression at Radjiman Wediodiningrat Mental Hospital, Lawang, Malang Regency, in 2024

Sugihantoro, Hajar ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5451-657X, Qurrota'aini, Puspita Rahma and Wahyudi, Eko Denny (2026) Evaluation of the appropriateness of medication use in outpatients with depression at Radjiman Wediodiningrat Mental Hospital, Lawang, Malang Regency, in 2024. Jurnal Ners, 10 (2). pp. 3158-3173. ISSN 2088-0030 ; E-ISSN 2580-2194

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Abstract

Depression is a mood disorder characterized by profound feelings of sadness. It frequently occurs across various societal strata and is a leading factor contributing to suicide. Multiple therapeutic approaches are available for treating depression, including antidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, and anticholinergics. However, the use of psychotropic drug combinations often lacks precision. This study aims to analyze the drug utilization profile and assess the appropriateness of medication use in outpatient depression patients at Dr. Radjiman Wediodiningrat MentalHospital, Lawang, in 2024, focusing on correct indication, patient suitability, drug selection, and dosing accuracy. Data were collected retrospectively from medical records of depression patients in 2024, using a probability sampling technique. A total of 94 medical records met the inclusion criteria. The obtained data is evaluated for its precision based on therapy guidelines. The research results on drug use profiles show that the most commonly used drug therapy combination is antidepressants with antipsychotics and anxiolytics, at 36%.of prescriptions. Evaluation of drugs use revealed that 100% were appropriate in terms of indication, 100% were suitable for the patient, 93.6% were appropriate in drug selection, and 96% had accurate dosing

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	depression; appropriateness; outpatient; antidepressants
Subjects:	11 MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES > 1115 Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences > 111503 Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice
Divisions:	Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences > Department of Pharmacy
Depositing User:	Hajar Sugihantoro
Date Deposited:	10 Mar 2026 10:27

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