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Public knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding antibiotics use and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Bangladesh.
Azim, Md Ragaul; Ifteakhar, K M Nafiz; Rahman, Md Mahfujur; Sakib, Quazi Nazmus.
Affiliation
  • Azim MR; Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  • Ifteakhar KMN; Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  • Rahman MM; Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
  • Sakib QN; Institute of Health Economics, University of Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Heliyon ; 9(10): e21166, 2023 Oct.
Article in En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37916103
ABSTRACT

Background:

Antibiotic resistance is a global public health concern that requires an understanding of public knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) towards antibiotics. This study aimed to assess the KAP regarding antibiotic use and AMR among the general population in Bangladesh.

Methods:

A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 656 respondents in Bangladesh. Data on socio-demographic characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding antibiotics use and AMR were collected through a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and ordered logit regression analysis were performed to analyze the data.

Results:

The study involved participants, with 52.44 % aged 18 to 30, 77.29 % males, and 92.53 % having primary education or higher. Urban residents were 80 %, and students formed the largest occupational group (29.57 %), followed by businessmen (25 %), service holders (24.7 %), housewives (10.52 %), and day laborers (8.84 %). The majority of respondents demonstrated average knowledge (52.29 %), moderate attitudes (67.84 %), and good practices (50.61 %) regarding antibiotic use and AMR. Socioeconomic factors such as education, media exposure, and urban residence significantly (1 % level of significance) influenced KAP. The findings revealed knowledge gaps and misconceptions among the respondents, including incorrect beliefs about antibiotic resistance (42%), and inadequate awareness of the importance of completing full antibiotic courses (54.88 %).

Conclusion:

This study sheds light on the existing KAP related to antibiotic use and AMR within the general population of Bangladesh. The findings reveal varying levels of knowledge, attitudes, and practices among the participants. The results underscore the importance of addressing knowledge gaps, and misconceptions for awareness building through educational campaigns utilizing social media platforms and newspapers. These insights provide a foundation for informed strategies to ensure the continued efficacy of antibiotics.
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Full text: 1 Collection: 01-internacional Database: MEDLINE Language: En Journal: Heliyon Year: 2023 Document type: Article Affiliation country: Bangladesh

Full text: 1 Collection: 01-internacional Database: MEDLINE Language: En Journal: Heliyon Year: 2023 Document type: Article Affiliation country: Bangladesh