Cost-effective Digital Prescription using Pharmaceutical Knowledge Graph

Abstract

In the current era of the advancing medical domain and the ever-evolving use of technology in fields of pharmaceutical research, remote monitoring, and decision support systems in healthcare, prescription management has transformed from handwritten prescriptions to digital ones. This transition however does not imply that these prescriptions are comprehensive and provide optimized treatment outcomes. These digital prescriptions still reflect the formerly used handwritten prescriptions. Thus, recipients face the daunting challenge of making cost-effective, holistic, informed, and personalized decisions without compromising the legitimacy and authenticity of the original prescription, all due to a lack of readily available alternative medicine options. This problem can be addressed by utilizing the knowledge graph that we built, which contains carefully curated medical information collected from reliable and diverse sources, ensuring the authenticity and relevance of the information. Delving into the intricate interconnections among diverse medical entities and their properties, the medical knowledge graph presents an invaluable solution, empowering the generation of smart digital prescriptions in a fast and precise manner. Specifically, this study focuses on the transformative potential of digital prescriptions, elucidating their role in streamlining healthcare processes and enhancing communication between healthcare providers and patients. By leveraging the insights derived from our medical knowledge graph, we aim to contribute to the advancement of digital prescription systems, fostering more effective, personalized, and technology-driven healthcare solutions.