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Term: Step-Up Approach
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2005-11-24
Definition:
The step-up approach follows the principle of applying the minimum pharmacological force necessary to achieve a stated therapeutic objective. The step-up approach is in contrast to the Step-Down Approach.
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References
- Metge C, Kozyrskyj A, Dahl M, Yogendran M, Roos NP. Pharmaceuticals: Focussing on Appropriate Utilization. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2003. [Report] [Summary] (View)
- 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)
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