Attitude and Practices of Antibiotic Use and Resistance Among Parents of Under-5 Children
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global threat. In Pune, India, many parents misuse antibiotics due to misconceptions, with lower income linked to poorer attitudes and practices regarding antibiotic use in children.
Area Of Science
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
- Pharmacology
Background
- Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a critical global health challenge.
- The misuse of antibiotics in community settings significantly contributes to AMR.
- Understanding parental attitudes and practices is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose Of The Study
- To investigate parental attitudes and practices concerning antibiotic use in children under 5 years.
- To identify factors influencing these attitudes and practices in urban and peri-urban Pune, India.
- To inform strategies for promoting rational antibiotic use and combating AMR.
Main Methods
- Cross-sectional study involving 400 parents of children under 5 years.
- Utilized a validated structured questionnaire to collect data on attitudes and practices.
- Employed logistic regression to analyze the association between socioeconomic factors and antibiotic use behaviors.
Main Results
- While 75% of parents consulted a doctor, 60% believed antibiotics were the first-line treatment for any illness.
- Significant percentages of parents exhibited risky behaviors: 45% did not complete prescribed courses, and 40% used leftover antibiotics without consultation.
- Lower income was significantly associated with less positive attitudes (OR=0.543) and poorer practices (OR=0.496) regarding antibiotic use.
Conclusions
- Persistent misconceptions and risky antibiotic practices exist among parents, even with high trust in healthcare providers.
- Socioeconomic disparities, particularly income, significantly impact parental attitudes and practices related to antibiotic use.
- Interventions should address socioeconomic factors, regulate over-the-counter access, and enhance community education to promote rational antibiotic use and mitigate AMR.
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