Abstract
Knowledge, Attitude and use of Antibiotics in Upper Respiratory Tract Infections among General Population Attending the Primary Health Care Centers in Bahrain
Highlights
Because of their widespread availability and familiarity, generally low cost, and relative safety, antibiotics are among the most misused of all medicines [1]
Our findings indicated that misconceptions regarding usage of antibiotic in relation to upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) exist among Bahrainis included in this study
[6] In order to reduce the rate of antibiotic misuse, a well-organized and effective antibiotics program has to be implemented in all health care facilities
Summary
Because of their widespread availability and familiarity, generally low cost, and relative safety, antibiotics are among the most misused of all medicines [1]. Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is an increasing, worldwide problem [2]. One of the most important attributing factors to this serious problem is the increased incidence of inappropriate use of antibiotics [3]. The rate of inappropriate antibiotic use reached up to 43% in some studies [5]. An understanding of the determinants of antibiotic consumption is critical to explain current patterns of use and to devise programs to reduce inappropriate use. Physician behavior could be explained by such factors as lack of information, a desire to satisfy patient demand, and pressure from managed care organizations to speed throughout [6] In order to reduce the rate of antibiotic misuse, a well-organized and effective antibiotics program has to be implemented in all health care facilities
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