Understanding randomised controlled trials: a guide for prescribers

Published Date: 27th June 2019

Publication Authors: Lloyd M, Williamson J

​Randomised controlled trials are popular studies used to compare two or more groups or treatment interventions. Randomised controlled trials often create evidence to inform clinical practice; therefore, it is important that prescribers are able to interpret the design and findings of these studies, which support formulary and policy decisions, and clinical practice. This article describes the applications of randomised controlled trials in practice, and discusses key features, definitions and terms often used in their reporting that aid interpretation, appraisal and critique of these studies and their outcome measures.

Williamson, J; Lloyd M.. (2019). Understanding randomised controlled trials: a guide for prescribers. Journal of prescribing practice. 1 (5)

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