Understanding the Determinants Influencing Self-Medication with Antibiotics Among Malaysian Residents: A Qualitative Study to Inform Preventive Public Health Strategies.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Self-medication with antibiotics (SMA)-the use of these drugs without a physician's diagnosis, supervision, or a medical prescription-has emerged as a significant crisis in many societies, being a particular concern in low- and middle-income countries. SMA practices hinder global efforts to reduce antibiotic consumption in the human health sector and to control antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The aims of the study were to explore the motivations, perspectives, and personal experiences of the Malaysian population related to SMA, analyzing their subjective viewpoints, attitudes, and behaviors.

Methods

The present qualitative study applied an interpretivism paradigm to explore the complex topic of SMA; the interview questions were developed and confirmed by experts

SUBMITTER: Aslam A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11591425 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature