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February 22, 2026Expert Review of Pharmacoeconomics & Outcomes Research0 citations

Trends in antidepressant utilization, expenditure, and demographic prescribing patterns in Jordan: a retrospective analysis

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STSafa' F. Al TwahyaRHRima HijazeenHAHamzeh Almomani

Key Points

  • The study aims to analyze trends in antidepressant utilization and costs, focusing on demographic patterns in Jordan.
  • Conducted a retrospective analysis of antidepressant prescriptions in Jordan's private sector.
  • Examined prescribing patterns by age and gender.
  • Analyzed expenditure trends related to antidepressant use.
  • SSRIs, especially escitalopram, are the most commonly prescribed antidepressants.
  • Prescribing patterns vary significantly across different age and gender groups.
  • The economic burden of antidepressant expenditures is increasing, signaling a need for cost-management.

Abstract

SSRIs, particularly escitalopram, dominate antidepressant prescribing in Jordan's private sector. Patterns vary by age and gender, reflecting clinical diversity. Findings highlight the growing economic burden of antidepressants and the need for cost-containment and targeted mental health strategies.

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Twahya et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699a9cc6482488d673cd2804https://doi.org/10.1080/14737167.2026.2634759
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