pharmacoepidemiology

Pharmacoepidemiology is the study of how medications affect large groups of people. It combines principles from pharmacy, epidemiology, and public health to understand the benefits and risks of drugs in real-world populations. Researchers analyze data on medication use, side effects, and health outcomes to improve patient safety, inform healthcare policies, and guide decisions about drug approval and usage. By assessing patterns and effects, pharmacoepidemiology helps determine how well treatments work and their impact on public health, ultimately leading to safer and more effective medication practices.