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Association of Knowledge and Attitude Toward Antibiotic Use and Resistance With Self-Medication Practice of Antibiotics Among Bangladeshi Private University Teachers: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Parental knowledge, attitudes and practices on the use of antibiotics among their children in Jordan: a cross-sectional study.BMJ paediatrics open · 2025Article
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Background and Aims: Antibiotic resistance is increasing globally and regionally, posing a significant public health concern. This study aimed to assess knowledge and attitude toward antibiotic use and the prevalence of self-medication and its association with the knowledge and attitude toward antibiotic use and resistance among private university teachers in Bangladesh. Methods: This quantitative, cross-sectional study utilized a convenience sampling technique and included 509 respondents. All data were collected using both face-to-face and online versions. Data were collected through both face-to-face and online surveys with all questions in a closed-ended format. Data analysis was conducted using IBM SPSS (version 20), employing frequency analysis, chi-squared tests, and logistic regression. Results: Among the respondents, 47.9% demonstrated high knowledge of antibiotic use and resistance. Only 19.3% showed a strong positive attitude toward antibiotic use and resistance. Self-medication with antibiotics was reported by 29.0% of respondents. Logistic regression analysis revealed that female participants were 5.02 times more knowledgeable about antibiotic use and resistance than male participants (95% CI: 2.72-9.91; Conclusion: To combat antibiotic resistance, campaigns and seminars on responsible antibiotic use should be held at university level. Additionally, enforcement of laws prohibiting unnecessary antibiotic sales in retail pharmacies is essential.
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