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Prescription pattern evaluation is a useful method for examining how medicines are prescribed in healthcare settings. It helps identify prescribing trends among healthcare professionals and determines whether medicines are being used appropriately and effectively. Irrational prescribing practices, such as excessive use of multiple medicines, unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions, and inappropriate drug choices, can increase treatment costs, cause adverse drug reactions, and negatively affect patient health outcomes. This study was carried out to assess prescribing patterns in a hospital and evaluate the rational use of medicines. A cross-sectional observational approach was adopted, and prescriptions were collected and reviewed over a defined study period. Several prescribing indicators were analyzed, including the average number of medicines prescribed per patient, the use of generic and brand names, the frequency of antibiotic and injectable drug prescriptions, and the completeness of prescription information. The analysis showed that many prescriptions contained multiple medications, indicating a trend toward polypharmacy. Antibiotics were prescribed frequently, and in some cases their use appeared unnecessary, which may contribute to the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance. The study also found that brand-name prescribing was more common than generic prescribing, potentially increasing the financial burden on patients. Furthermore, some prescriptions lacked important information such as dosage instructions, duration of therapy, and other essential details required for safe medication use. The findings emphasize the need for regular monitoring and evaluation of prescribing practices. Prescription audits can help identify areas for improvement and encourage rational drug use. Overall, continuous assessment and appropriate interventions are important for promoting safe, effective, and cost-efficient medication therapy, ultimately improving the quality of healthcare services and patient outcomes.I. .