Patterns of self-medication with antibiotics in Maputo City: a qualitative study

ConclusionDifferent patterns of SMA are contributing to the indiscriminate use of antibiotics among customers. The NPA utilization is perceived as an expression of self-care where participants experience self-perceived symptoms and indulge in self-treatment as a method of caring for themselves. Moreover, antibiotics are mostly used to treat diseases that do not necessarily need antibiotics. Strong and effective public health education and promotion initiatives should be implemented to discourage inappropriate utilization of antibiotics and SMA practices.

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Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control - October 20, 2019 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research