Non-prescribed antibiotic dispensing practices for symptoms of urinary tract infection in community pharmacies and accredited drug dispensing outlets in Tanzania: a simulated clients approach

Non-prescribed antibiotic dispensing practices for symptoms of urinary tract infection in community pharmacies and accredited drug dispensing outlets in Tanzania: a simulated clients approach

Abstract Background Antibiotic dispensing without prescription is a major determinant of the emergence of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) which has impact on population health and cost of healthcare delivery. This study used simulated clients describing UTI like symptoms to explore compliance with re...

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Main Authors: Pendo M. Ndaki, Martha F. Mushi, Joseph R. Mwanga, Eveline T. Konje, Stella Mugassa, Msilikale W. Manyiri, Stanley M. Mwita, Nyanda E. Ntinginya, Blandina T. Mmbaga, Katherine Keenan, Wilber Sabiiti, Mike Kesby, Fernando Benitez-Paez, Alison Sandeman, Matthew T. G. Holden, Stephen E. Mshana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-11-01
Series:BMC Primary Care
Subjects:
Antibiotic
Antibiotic resistance
Dispensing practice
Prescription
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-022-01905-6

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12875-022-01905-6

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