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Summary of Prescribing Problems for Primarily Renally Cleared Medications
| Variables | Using eCrClr n (%) | Using eGFR n (%) | Abnormal by Both n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any contraindicated medication | 65 (4.98) | 38 (2.91) | 26 (1.99) |
| Any high dosage problem | 92 (7.06) | 42 (3.22) | 37 (2.84) |
| Any of the above problems | 155 (11.89) | 78 (5.98) | 62 (4.75) |
eCrClr, estimated creatinine clearance via the Cockcroft-Gault equation; eGFR, estimated glomerular filtration rate via the Modification of Diet in Renal Disease equation.
