Pharmacovigilance · Pharmacology

Which reporting system is most commonly used in pharmacovigilance for detecting rare adverse drug reactions?

  1. Randomized controlled trials
  2. Spontaneous reporting systems
  3. Cross-sectional surveys
  4. Case-control laboratory experiments
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Correct answer: Spontaneous reporting systems

Spontaneous reporting systems collect voluntary reports of suspected adverse drug reactions from healthcare professionals and patients. They are essential for identifying rare or unexpected ADRs after drug approval.

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