Term: Prescriptions Dispensed

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2005-11-24

Definition:

The number of prescriptions filled. This does not include prescriptions written but not filled.

References 

• Morgan SG, Kozyrskyj A, Metge C, Roos NP. Pharmaceuticals: Therapeutic interchange and pricing policies. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2003. [Report] [Summary] (View)