Status:
UNKNOWN
The Effect of Providing Free Samples of Generic Cardiovascular Medications to Physicians
Lead Sponsor:
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Conditions:
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
Eligibility:
All Genders
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
In this randomized controlled trial, we will provide primary care physicians with free samples of highly effective generic cardiovascular medications. We will test whether this intervention will stimu...
Detailed Description
Highly-effective generic cardiovascular medications are frequently underused, leading to greater overall drug costs and cost-related non-adherence. Interventions are needed to stimulate appropriate ge...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Primary care physicians receiving an existing academic detailing program in Pennsylvania
Exclusion
- Those with administrative policies stating they do not accept free samples
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 1 2010
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
April 1 2011
Estimated Enrollment :
660 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00761904
Start Date
December 1 2010
End Date
April 1 2011
Last Update
May 5 2010
Active Locations (1)
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States, 02120