Application of rational drug use indicators and the study

Studies of rational drug use indicators and evaluation criterion for both outpatients and inpatients, and of the status quo of drug use identified areas in need of improvements. The works to do include formulating compliant indicators and valid evaluation criteria in line with China's specifics; making multi-aspect studies based on Chinas health policy; stabilizing the outcomes of intervention strategies of rational drug use; promoting rational drug use by learning from advanced experiences overseas. Key words: Rational drug use;  Indicators;  Intervention outcome