Pattern of non‐steroidal anti‐inflammatory drug use in Australia 1990–1994 A report from the Drug Utilization Sub‐Committee of the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee

Abstract

The level of use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in Australia has been high in comparison with other countries, but in recent years has fallen markedly. This fall occurred in conjunction with regulatory interventions, educational campaigns and increased concern in the medical and lay press regarding the risks associated with the use of NSAIDs.