Association of Knowledge and Attitude Toward Antibiotic Use and Resistance With Self-Medication Practice of Antibiotics Among Bangladeshi Private University Teachers: A Cross-Sectional Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background and aims

Antibiotic resistance is increasing globally and regionally, posing a significant public health concern. This study aimed to assess knowledge and attitude toward antibiotic use and the prevalence of self-medication and its association with the knowledge and attitude toward antibiotic use and resistance among private university teachers in Bangladesh.

Methods

This quantitative, cross-sectional study utilized a convenience sampling technique and included 509 respondents. All data were collected using both face-to-face and online versions. Data were collected through both face-to-face and online surveys with all questions in a closed-ended format. Data analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS (version 20), employing frequency analysis, chi-squared tests, and lo

SUBMITTER: Jamil S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11875760 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature