Journal of tropical medicine
Community Pharmacists' Knowledge, Perceptions and Practices Regarding Antibiotic Use and Antimicrobial Resistance in Lusaka, Zambia
Door Kampamba M, Chiweza W, Hikaambo CM en 6 anderen.
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Abstract
Background
The inappropriate use of antibiotics is a major contributor to antibacterial resistance, which poses a serious threat to global health. Community pharmacists (CPs) play an essential role in promoting antimicrobial stewardship and the prudent use of antibiotics.
Aims
This study evaluated CPs' antibiotic dispensing practices, knowledge and perceptions of antibiotics and antibiotic resistance.