Irrational and inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics is a major problem that can lead to the
development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). In Zambia, there is insufficient information …

The emergence of superbugs and highly resistant organisms like methicillin-resistant
staphylococci, vancomycin-resistant enterococci, carbapenem-resistant enterobacteriaceae …

Background and Objectives: Overprescribing of antibiotics is one of the important
contributors of antimicrobial resistance globally. A high proportion of antibiotics prescribed in …

Purpose Rational drug use (RDU) promotes safe, efficient, and cost-effective utilization of
medicines in hospital settings. The aim of this study was to assess rational drug use based …

Objective Antibiotic resistance is increasing globally, associated with many failures in
pneumonia treatment. This study aimed to evaluate antibiotic use in children treated for …

Background Antibiotics are crucial for treating infections in older adults, but misuse can lead
to drug-resistant bacteria, posing a global health challenge requiring urgent action. This …

Background: Antibiotics are amongst the most frequently prescribed drugs for children in
outpatient clinics but irrational prescribing can cause medication errors, antibiotic resistance …

Background: The consequences of antimicrobial resistance are severe, as mortality and
morbidity rates continue to increase. The extensive use of antibiotics contributes significantly …