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Prevalence and predictors of self-medication with antibiotics in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

202410 citationsOpen accessBahir Dar University

Abstract

Antibiotic self-medication is a prevalent practice in Ethiopia. This underscores the need for targeted interventions such as educating people about the risks associated with using antibiotics without medical guidance, which results in a reduction in antibiotic resistance.

Research topics

  • Antibiotic Use and Resistance
  • Antibiotics Pharmacokinetics and Efficacy
  • Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections

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DOI: 10.1186/s13756-024-01417-1

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