Allabi AC

Allabi AC

01 BP 188 Campus of the Champ de Foire, Cotonou-Republic of Benin
Benin

Publications
  • Research Article
    Pharmacovigilance of Neuroleptics and Benzodiazepines in the Psychiatric Teaching Hospital of Benin Republic
    Author(s): Allabi AC, Klikpo E, Lonmandon SC and Tognide CM Allabi AC, Klikpo E, Lonmandon SC and Tognide CM

    Background: Data on adverse drug reactions (ADRs) related to neuroleptics and benzodiazepines in sub- Saharan Africa psychiatry setting are few indicating the need for psychotropic drugs safety surveillance in clinical care. Objective: To determine profile of the drugs prescribed, incidence, type and risk factors associated with adverse drug reactions (ADRs) among patients on neuroleptics and benzodiazepines. Methods: Patients initiated on neuroleptics and/or benzodiazepines between March 2014 and September 2014 were evaluated in a prospective cohort analysis. Prospective study of active pharmacovigilance during six months was performed. Each patient was followed for two months. The French method was used to determine the causality assessment. Results: 86 inpatients or outpatients were enrolled. 6.. View More»
    DOI: 10.4172/2329-6887.1000249

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