A cross-sectional survey of practices and knowledge among antibiotic retailers in Nairobi, Kenya.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) driven by antibiotic consumption is a growing global health threat. However, data on antimicrobial consumption patterns in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is sparse. Here, we investigate the patterns of antibiotic sales in humans and livestock in urban Nairobi, Kenya, and evaluate the level of awareness and common behaviours related to antibiotic use and AMR amongst human and veterinary pharmacists.

Methods

A total of 40 human and 19 veterinary drug store pharmacists were interviewed in Nairobi in 2018 using a standard questionnaire. Data recorded included demographic variables, types of antibiotics sold, antibiotic customers, antibiotic prescribing practices and knowledge of antibiotic use and AMR.

Results

Our study

SUBMITTER: Muloi D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6708591 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature