Rational use of antibiotics at primary & secondary healthcare facilities in district Panchkula, Haryana, North India: A cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Background & objectives Antimicrobial prescriptions by doctors are crucial in managing acute illnesses but contribute significantly to antimicrobial resistance if misused. This study aimed to assess the rational use of antibiotics in outpatient public healthcare settings in Panchkula, Haryana. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted across 18 primary and two secondary healthcare facilities in the district of Panchkula, Haryana. Antimicrobial prescriptions (n=945) were assessed for comprehensiveness and rationality using the pretested and validated antimicrobial prescription assessment tool and standard treatment guidelines. World Health Organisation's anatomic therapeutic chemical and defined daily dose index (WHOCC-ATC/DDD) was used to calculate defined daily dose (DDD) for adult pr

SUBMITTER: Bansal A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12624732 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature