Kurmala Ganga Raju
Department of CSBS, Vishnu Institute of Technology, IndiaPublications
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Research
Economic Analysis of Pharmacological Interventions for Substance Use Disorders Cost-Effectiveness and Market Dynamics
Author(s): Kurmala Ganga Raju, P. Varaprasad Goud, Shagufta Parween, M. Ramarao, T.S. Leelavati, S. Madhavi and Shaik Aminabee*
This study conducts an economic analysis of pharmacological interventions for Substance Use Disorders (SUDs), focusing on cost-effectiveness and market dynamics. Substance abuse remains a significant public health concern, with substantial economic and social costs. Pharmacotherapy plays a crucial role in the treatment of SUDs, yet economic considerations and market factors influence the accessibility and adoption of these interventions. Through a comprehensive review of existing literature, this paper evaluates the cost-effectiveness of pharmacological treatments for various substance dependencies and examines the market dynamics shaping their implementation. Factors such as drug pricing, reimbursement policies, healthcare financing, and market competition are analyzed to understand their impact on the availability and affordability of pharmacological interventions for SUDs. The find.. Read More»
DOI: 10.4303/JDAR/236309