Study type

Study topic

Human medicinal product

Study type

Not applicable

Scope of the study

Assessment of risk minimisation measure implementation or effectiveness

If ‘Not applicable’, further details on the study type

Survey

Data collection methods

Primary data collection
Study drug and medical condition

Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical (ATC) code

(N06BA09) atomoxetine
atomoxetine
Population studied

Short description of the study population

Physicians (Peadiatricians, Child/Adolescent Psychiatrists or other NonPeadiatricians and GPs) who prescribe Strattera and/or monitor patients treated with Strattera

Age groups

Adults (18 to < 46 years)
Adults (46 to < 65 years)
Adults (65 to < 75 years)
Adults (75 to < 85 years)
Adults (85 years and over)

Estimated number of subjects

550
Study design details

Main study objective

Re-assessment of the effectiveness of the atomoxetine risk minimisation activities among physicians who prescribe Strattera and/or monitor patients being treated with Strattera. The goal of these activities is to inform HCPs of the cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disorder contraindication and SPC recommendation to monitor BP and HR in all patients at baseline and during treatment with Strattera

Outcomes

The risk minimisation activities assessed by this survey include sustained knowledge and awareness of the risk messages, The survey will also include an assessment of awareness and adherence to the changes in the SmPC requirements specific to cardiovascular risks and monitoring

Data analysis plan

Data analyses will be descriptive and will entail tabular displays of mean values and the frequency distribution of item responses.
Documents
Study results
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Study, other information
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