Association of knowledge and beliefs with the misuse of antibiotics in parents: A study in Beirut (Lebanon)

PloS One
Narmeen MallahBahi Takkouche

Abstract

Antibiotic resistance is a major public health concern. It has been associated with factors such as uncontrolled consumption, lack of knowledge, beliefs, and sociodemographic characteristics. Lebanon is characterized by high levels of antibiotic misuse, as almost half of the population self-medicates with antibiotics and over 30% of the antibiotics are dispensed without prescription. To-date, no studies determined adequately the association between knowledge, beliefs and antibiotic misuse in Lebanon. To assess the association between level of knowledge and beliefs about antibiotics, and antibiotic misuse in Lebanon. We conducted a cross-sectional study among 1,421 parents of schoolchildren using an anonymous self-administered Knowledge, Attitude and Practices questionnaire. The participants´ level of agreement with each item of knowledge and beliefs was measured using a Likert-type (0-10) scale. Misuse practices in the last month were detected through a series of questions aimed at determining the level of compliance with physicians´ instructions in terms of dosage and duration. Data were analyzed using logistic regression. 277 participants (16%) acknowledged using antibiotics in the previous month, 41% of whom showed at least ...Continue Reading

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May 1, 2021·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Chee Tao ChangKah Shuen Thong
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