Appropriateness of paediatric vitamin prescribing in Vietnamese outpatient settings: associated factors
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By
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Em Canh Pham
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Tuong Vi Thi Le
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Hong Tuoi Thi Do
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Thanh Chi Le
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Nhan Thanh Vo
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Hien Duc Le
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Nam Tran Nguyen
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Tien Minh Nguyen
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July 1, 2026
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Clinical Scorecard: Evaluation of Vitamin Supplement Prescribing Practices in Vietnamese Pediatric Outpatients: Influencing Factors
At a Glance
| Category | Detail |
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| Condition | Vitamin supplementation in pediatric populations |
| Key Mechanisms | Support recovery from common illnesses and address micronutrient deficiencies |
| Target Population | Pediatric outpatients in Vietnam |
| Care Setting | Tertiary referral pediatric hospital |
Key Highlights
- High adherence to recommended dosages (91.5%) and age appropriateness (98.8%) in vitamin prescriptions
- Multivitamin complexes (41.3%) and vitamin B1 (27.0%) were the most prescribed vitamins
- Gastrointestinal disorders linked to higher likelihood of inappropriate dosing (adjusted OR 4.92)
- 74.2% of patients had normal BMI but received 63.3% of combined vitamin and dietary supplement prescriptions
- Need for weight-adjusted dosing algorithms and electronic prescribing alerts to improve accuracy
Guideline-Based Recommendations
Diagnosis
- Target supplementation to individuals with documented or high-risk deficiencies
Management
- Follow international guidelines for vitamin supplementation in pediatric populations
Monitoring & Follow-up
- Assess appropriateness of dosages and age indications in vitamin prescriptions
Risks
- Inappropriate supplementation may lead to excessive nutrient intake and safety concerns
Patient & Prescribing Data
400 pediatric outpatients prescribed vitamin supplements
High overall adherence to recommended practices, but dosage inaccuracies noted in multivitamin formulations
Clinical Best Practices
- Implement weight-adjusted dosing tools
- Enhance labeling standards for vitamin supplements
- Develop risk-stratified supplementation strategies
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