Inadequate knowledge on appropriate antibiotics use among clients in the Moshi municipality Northern Tanzania.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Poor knowledge concerning appropriate antibiotic use significantly influences the misuse of antibiotics within the community, especially in developing countries where there are weaker health systems to regulate antibiotic dispensing. Antibiotic misuse leads to antibiotic resistance. This study assessed knowledge of appropriate antibiotic use among buyers in the Moshi municipality, Northern Tanzania.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study in Moshi municipality between April and May 2017. Adults who bought antibiotics at drug outlets were invited to participate in the study. An exit interview was conducted with participants to collect their demographics and assess their knowledge concerning appropriate use of antibiotics. A logistic regression model was perfor

SUBMITTER: Mboya EA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7514020 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature