A new study reveals that White patients with schizophrenia are more likely to receive a prescription for clozapine compared to Black patients, even after considering various factors. The study analyzed electronic health record data of 3160 adult patients and found that 51% of White patients received a clozapine prescription, while only 40% of Black patients did.
prescription compared with White patients, a new study shows. The findings held even after controlling for demographic variables, social determinants of health, and care access patterns.The study drew on structured electronic health record data on 3160 adult patients with schizophrenia.
The mean age at first recorded diagnosis was 39.5 years; 70% of participants were male, 53% Black, and 91% resided in an urban setting.Descriptive data analysis, logistic regression, and sensitivity analysis were used to identify differences between those who received a clozapine prescription and those who were prescribed antipsychotic medications other than clozapine.Overall, 401 patients received a clozapine prescription, 51% of whom were White and 40% were Black.
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