Knowledge, attitude and practice of antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance: a study post the 'Red Line' initiative
| Title | Knowledge, attitude and practice of antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance: a study post the 'Red Line' initiative |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2018 |
| Authors | Banerjee, D, Raghunathan, A |
| Journal | Current Science |
| Volume | 114 |
| Issue | 9 |
| Pagination | 1866-1877 |
| Date Published | MAY |
| Abstract | Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is propagated by irrational use of antibiotics by healthcare practitioners and the uninformed public. This study assessed a select cohort of 504 urban Indians for their knowledge, awareness and practice of antibiotic use and AMR. Forty seven per cent were unaware of the differences between over-the-counter drugs and antibiotics. One in four believes that dose-skipping does not contribute to AMR. One in ten tends to self-medicate. One in five bought medicines without prescription or started an antibiotic course by calling a doctor. Our results mandate educational campaigns, stewardship and surveillance at the national level for prudent antimicrobial use in the Indian community. |
| DOI | 10.18520/cs/v114/i09/1866-1877 |
| Type of Journal (Indian or Foreign) | Indian |
| Impact Factor (IF) | 0.843 |
Divison category:
Chemical Engineering & Process Development