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PENINGKATAN PEMAHAMAN KONSUMSI OBAT IBU HAMIL DI WILAYAH KERJA SIMALUNGUN, SUMATERA UTARA Rahmawaty Hasan; Burhanudin Gasim Soka; Saidah Saidah
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Berkarya Vol. 4 No. 06 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Berkarya
Publisher : Pusat Studi Ekonomi, Publikasi Ilmiah dan Pengembangan SDM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62668/berkarya.v4i6.2220

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Guidelines for medication use during pregnancy must ensure that the therapeutic benefits significantly outweigh any short-term or long-term risks to both the mother and the fetus. This community service activity aimed to improve the understanding of 25 pregnant women in the Pematang Raya area, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra, regarding the principles of safe medication use during pregnancy. The program applied an educational approach using informational media in the form of posters, combined with material presentation and interactive discussions. The activity began with a pre-test to assess participants’ baseline knowledge about medication use in pregnancy. Following the educational session, a post-test was conducted to evaluate the improvement in understanding. The results indicated a significant increase in knowledge, with 88% of respondents demonstrating a good understanding of safe medication principles during pregnancy. However, further evaluation is necessary for participants who did not fully comprehend the educational material to ensure overall program effectiveness.
RATIONALITY OF USE OF ANTIHYPERLIPIDEMIA DRUGS IN THE PHARMACY INSTALLATION Burhanudin Gasim Soka; Sovy Ayu Rahmawati; Fauzi Rahman
Jurnal Ilmiah PANNMED (Pharmacist, Analyst, Nurse, Nutrition, Midwivery, Environment, Dentist) Vol. 21 No. 2 (2026): Jurnal Ilmiah PANNMED Periode Mei - Agustus 2026
Publisher : Poltekkes Kemenkes Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36911/pannmed.v21i2.2568

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Hyperlipidemia is a non-communicable disease whose prevalence continues to increase, especially in the elderly, and plays a significant role in the risk of cardiovascular disease. This study aims to evaluate the characteristics of hyperlipidemia patients based on age and comorbidities, and assess the rationale for the use of antihyperlipidemic drugs in the Pharmacy Installation of Hospital in 2024. This study used a descriptive, non-experimental design with a cross-sectional approach. Samples were taken from medical records of outpatients and inpatients who received antihyperlipidemic drug prescriptions at the Pharmacy Installation of the Regional Hospital in 2024. The results showed that the 56-65 age group was the most likely group to suffer from hyperlipidemia, with the most common comorbidity being hypertension accompanied by stroke at 40% or 18 patients. The most commonly prescribed drug class was statin drugs, namely atorvastatin at 75.56%. Evaluation of the rationality of drug use showed that 45 hyperlipidemia patients received appropriate therapy based on 100% correct diagnosis, 100% correct disease indication, 100% correct drug selection, 95.56% correct dosage, and 100% correct administration method. This study emphasizes the importance of rational drug use to optimize hyperlipidemia therapy and prevent further complications. The use of antihyperlipidemic drugs in hyperlipidemia patients at the Pharmacy Unit of Regional Hospital in 2024 was largely rational.