A REVIEW ON ROLE OF PHARMACISTS: ANTIMICROBIAL STEWARDSHIP AND IN THE BATTLE AGAINST ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE IN INDIA
Journal Title: Journal of Pharmaceutical and Scientific Innovation - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 3
Abstract
A common threat jeopardizing the globe is antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Being largest consumer of Antimicrobials, the problem of irrational use of Antimicrobials and Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is deep and multifactorial in India. Hence, the present review made with the objectives of, identifying the seriousness of irrational antimicrobial use and AMR status in India and find out the actions taken national wide to combat the problem in the country. In addition, discover the position of the Indian Pharmacist in this battle. From the deliberate literature search, we found that, in the recent years, India has advanced in the making of antimicrobial treatment guidelines, stewardship programs, action plans in order to achieve rational Antimicrobial use, but found with obstacles in their practice, due to multiple factors. However, the implementation of such policies and guidelines is possible only by a coordinated teamwork of all health care professionals. Pharmacist, being a responsible team member in the health care setting and the last contacts to the patient, before taking antibiotics, can make best judicious Antimicrobial use in the nation. There is a paramount need of the Pharmacist for his active role in the health care team in the country, where several other countries with the pharmacist collaboration are achieving success over AMR and irrational Antimicrobial use. Pharmacist led research on Antimicrobial use and stewardship (ASH) programs can be best solutions. In this regard, the present manuscript attempted to notify the roles and responsibilities of the Indian pharmacist towards AMR and rational antimicrobial use.
Authors and Affiliations
Balamurugan K, Vineela Chadalavada, Manoharbabu S
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