Analysis of antibiotics use in hospitalised patients of a tertiary care hospital in a semi urban area
Journal Title: International Journal of Research in Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics (IJRPP) - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 2
Abstract
Background Irrational prescribing of antibiotics leads to bacterial resistance, increased cost of therapy and serious adverse drug reactions. Our study aims at analyzing the use of antibiotics in hospitalized patients with infections in a tertiary care hospital of a semi urban area. Methods A total of 100 inpatient case records treated with antibiotics were chosen. The demographic data, disease data and the utilization of different AMAs were analyzed. Results A total of 310 prescriptions of antibiotics were noted in the study in 100 patients (i.e. – an average of 3.1antibiotics/patient). Metronidazole (21%), Cefotaxime (13%) and Gentamicin (13%) were the most common antibiotics used. Most common infections were involving genitourinary tract and respiratory system. Culture and sensitivity were done in 18 patients. Pipericillin +Tazobactum was the most common FDC prescribed in our study. 91% of patients were completely recovered from illness. Conclusion The use of combination of antibiotics should be restricted and narrowed down to specific agents. The antibiotic prescribing guidelines should be strictly followed in patient care. With appropriate and effective use of antibiotics, patient care may be improved and antibiotic resistance may be avoided.
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Dr. R. Lenin M. D
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