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Provides an overview of drug classification systems as well as a review of data sources used for drug utilization research. Reviews methods of investigating drug utilization and evaluating interventions to modify utilization, such as time-series designs and segmented regression analyses. Discusses varied patient, provider, practice and system-level determinants of prescription drug utilization, including their impact on costs and quality of care. Emphasizes the impact of drug formularies, marketing and promotion of drugs, health insurance exchanges, and emerging evidence of benefits and harms.