ArticleJAC-antimicrobial resistance2021
WHO/INRUD core prescribing indicators and antibiotic utilization patterns among primary health care facilities in Ilala district, Tanzania.
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Abstract
backgroundAntibiotic use requires regular monitoring to prevent emergence of antibiotic resistance.
objectivesTo assess antibiotic prescribing patterns at health care facilities (HCF) in Ilala district, Tanzania.
methodsA 1 year retrospective study was conducted in four HCFs using WHO/International Network of Rational Use of Drugs (INRUD) core prescribing indicators. Factors associated with antibiotic prescription were analysed using logistic regression model.
resultsA total of 604 prescriptions were reviewed. Patients had median age (IQR) of 15 (4-31) years with majority having upper respiratory tract infection 33.3% (
conclusionsWe found inappropriate use of antibiotics in the studied primary HCFs. Antibiotic stewardship programmes should be extended to primary HCFs found in Ilala district.
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