Financial impact of oral chemotherapy wastage on society and the patient.
Varun V MongaChenise MeyerBrandon VakinerGerald ClamonPublished in: Journal of oncology pharmacy practice : official publication of the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (2018)
Oral chemotherapy medications are associated with wastage, which is a significant financial burden to society. Progression of disease emerged as the single most important factor accounting for wastage. Novel ideas are needed to prevent wastage, thereby reducing healthcare costs.