Prescription pattern study in type 2 diabetes mellitus in diabetic out patients in private clinics in Kerman, Iran.

Aims: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The present study was carried out to assess prescribing practice for oral antidiabetic drugs in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients seen in diabetic outpatients in private clinics in Kerman, Iran. Study Design: Retrospective analysis of prescription pattern for type 2 diabetic outpatients. Place and Duration of Study: Diabetic clinics in Kerman city, Iran, (from 1 st