The role of patients with addressing inappropriate dispensing of antibiotics without a prescription especially in developing countries

Sono, Tiyani Milta and Schellack, Natalie and Godman, Brian (2024) The role of patients with addressing inappropriate dispensing of antibiotics without a prescription especially in developing countries. Advances in Human Biology. ISSN 2321-8568 (https://doi.org/10.4103/aihb.aihb_124_24)

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Abstract

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global concern, significantly impacting on morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).[1-4] Consequently, rapidly becoming the next pandemic if key drivers are not addressed.[5] A recognised major driver of AMR in LMICs is the excessive use of antibiotics in ambulatory care where antibiotic consumption can account for up to 95% of total antibiotic use in humans.[6,7]

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