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The use of quinolones in developing countries

E Rodríguez-Noriega1, R Morfin-Otero, S Esparza-Ahumada

  • 1Instituto de Patología Infecciosa y Experimental Dr. Francisco Ruíz Sánchez, Universidad de Guadalajara, Jalisco, México.

Drugs
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Antibiotic use is higher in developing nations due to infections and poor regulation. Implementing prescription-only access and national programs can control antimicrobial resistance.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The antibiotic market in developing countries is twice the size of that in developed nations.
  • Higher infection rates contribute to this disparity, but factors like over-the-counter availability and inadequate information also play a role.
  • Widespread physician prescribing can lead to public perception of antibiotics as a cure-all, fueling automedication.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the factors contributing to increased antibiotic consumption in developing countries.
  • To propose measures for controlling inappropriate antibacterial use and antimicrobial resistance.
  • To emphasize the need for regulatory changes in antibiotic accessibility and information dissemination.

Main Methods:

  • The study is a review of factors influencing antibiotic usage patterns.
  • Analysis of market size differences between developed and developing countries.
  • Examination of regulatory and informational aspects of antibiotic accessibility.

Main Results:

  • Developing countries exhibit double the antibiotic market size compared to developed countries.
  • Inappropriate antibiotic use is prevalent due to lack of prescription requirements, poor package insert information, and absence of national usage programs.
  • Public perception, influenced by physician prescribing habits, contributes to automedication.

Conclusions:

  • Newer antibiotics and all antimicrobials should require a prescription.
  • Comprehensive package inserts with essential information are crucial.
  • Implementation of national antibiotic usage programs is vital for controlling bacterial resistance and maintaining antibiotic effectiveness.

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