International Journal of Tropical Medicine
ISSN: Online 1818-779XISSN: Print 1816-3319
Abstract
Antibiotic resistance has become a significant public health concern in recent years and overprescription of antibiotics is a major contributor to this issue. This study aims to investigate prescribing patterns and antibiotic resistance in general medicine patients. A systematic review of relevant literature was conducted using electronic databases, including PubMed, Cochrane Library and Embase. Studies published between 2010 and 2021 were included and data were extracted and analyzed using a standardized approach. The review included 25 studies that met the inclusion criteria. The studies revealed that overprescribing antibiotics is a common practice in general medicine, contributing to the rise of antibiotic resistance. Factors such as patient demand, diagnostic uncertainty and prescribing habits of healthcare providers were identified as contributing factors to overprescription. The studies also revealed that interventions such as educational programs, prescribing guidelines, audits and feedback can be effective in reducing antibiotic prescribing. Overprescription of antibiotics is a significant issue in general medicine and this has contributed to the rise of antibiotic resistance. Interventions such as educational programs, prescribing guidelines, audits and feedback can be effective in reducing antibiotic prescribing. Further research is needed to explore the effectiveness of these interventions in different settings and populations.
How to cite this article:
Yogita Anarase and Yash Anarase. Prescribing and Antibiotic Resistance in General Medicine Patients.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makijtm.2023.148.152
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1816-3319/10.59218/makijtm.2023.148.152