Clinical audit on knowledge, practice and common mistakes in drug usage among psoriasis patients attending Dermatology Clinic at National Hospital Kandy

Psoriasis is a chronic disease with several relapses which respond poorly in certain situations. Patients’ compliance and knowledge is poor regarding disease and treatment methods. Identification and correction of the defects in patient education and monitoring is very important in management of a disease like psoriasis.

We have studied the knowledge, practice and common mistakes in drug usage among 30 with psoriasis patients which showed a few mistakes which may have been prevented with prior planning. Patient information leaflet for psoriasis patients have been prepared to improve adherence and compliance of patients to the available treatment modalities. This will reduce unwanted side effects and complication related to the drug usage. Monitoring charts will facilitate clinicians’ ability to detect complications and drug side effects early.