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. 2003 Jun;28(3):243-9.
doi: 10.1046/j.1365-2710.2003.00465.x.

Use of pharmacoeconomics in prescribing research. Part 3: Cost-effectiveness analysis--a technique for decision-making at the margin

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Use of pharmacoeconomics in prescribing research. Part 3: Cost-effectiveness analysis--a technique for decision-making at the margin

R Lopert et al. J Clin Pharm Ther. 2003 Jun.

Abstract

This is the third Research Note addressing pharmacoeconomics in prescribing research, reflecting the increasing use of economic evaluation in drug purchasing decisions in a variety of settings. In this segment we provide an overview of the theoretical basis, practical application and methodological limitations of cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA).

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