Drug providers' perspectives on antibiotic misuse practices in eastern Ethiopia: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Antibiotic misuse includes using them to treat colds and influenza, obtaining them without a prescription, not finishing the prescribed course and sharing them with others. Although drug providers are well positioned to advise clients on proper stewardship practices, antibiotic misuse continues to rise in Ethiopia. It necessitates an understanding of why drug providers failed to limit such risky behaviours. This study aimed to explore drug providers' perspectives on antibiotic misuse practices in eastern Ethiopia.

Setting

The study was conducted in rural Haramaya district and Harar town, eastern Ethiopia.

Design and participants

An exploratory qualitative study was undertaken between March and June 2023, among the 15 drug providers. In-depth interviews were

SUBMITTER: Edessa D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11404147 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature