A Prospective observational Study on Use of Antimicrobials in The Department of Dermatology, Venereology And Leprosy At Rajah Muthiah Medical College Hospital
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 17, Issue 2
Abstract
Antimicrobials are probably one of the most successful forms of chemotherapy in the history of medicine. New resistance mechanisms emerge and spread globally threatening our ability to treat common infectious diseases, resulting in death and disability of individuals. In this context, this prospective observational study observes the use of antimicrobials in the department of DVL at RMMCH, Annamalai university, Tamil nadu, period of study 6 months; Between November 2015 and April 2016.The sample size comprised of 500 patients, who satisfied the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The objectives of the study are to observe the usage of antimicrobials, including duration and route of administration, the empirical antimicrobials prescribed, drug utilization studies, and incidence of adverse events .The study also includes incidence of prevalent pathogens and the pattern of resistance. 2000 patients were screened and out of this 510 patients were found to be exposed to Antimicrobial drug therapy. Our study shows that Male patients and patients of the age group 13-25 were mostly affected with dermatological disorders. Majority of the patients were diagnosed with fungal infections. Combination therapy were preffered. The Major organism isolated were Staphylococcus aureus. 53 patients experienced Adverse Drug Reaction, most being diarrhea.
Authors and Affiliations
*Glory Maria John, Nissy. K. Cherian, ,Maram Pragna Bharathi1, Dr. R. T. Saravanakumar1, Dr. P. K . Kaviarasan2
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