Selling antimicrobials without prescription - Far beyond an administrative problem.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eimc.2016.10.006
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Selling antibiotics without prescription is common in many countries; beyond the administrative restrictions, this practice is a risk for patients and society. The aim of the study was to evaluate the information provided by… read more here.
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Ease of access to antibiotics without prescription in Chinese pharmacies: a nationwide cross-sectional study
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DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(18)32709-0
Abstract: Abstract Background The acquisition of antibiotics without a prescription is recognised as a major cause of misuse of antibiotics, and a contributor to anti-microbial resistance (AMR) globally. Levels of AMR in China are among the… read more here.
Keywords: antibiotics without; access antibiotics; ease access; without prescription ... See more keywords
Using Narrative Vignettes to Understand the Misuse and Diversion of Stimulants Among College Students With and Without a Prescription
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DOI: 10.1177/21676968221116544
Abstract: We used the narrative vignette/storytelling approach to provide a holistic illustration of prescription stimulant misuse [PSM] and diversion [PSD] initiation and maintenance among college-attending emerging adults. We conducted 32 semi-structured, theory-guided interviews with 20 students… read more here.
Keywords: without prescription; prescription; misuse; among college ... See more keywords
Purchase of medications without prescription in Peru: a cross-sectional population-based study.
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DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.15886.1
Abstract: Background: Low availability of medicines in health services, self-medication, inadequate use of medicines, and inadequate dispensing practices in pharmacies are frequent problems in Peru. We aimed to evaluate how frequent the purchase of medications without… read more here.
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Pattern of medication selling and self-medication practices: A study from Punjab, Pakistan
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0194240
Abstract: Background Access to medicines without prescription is a major contributing factor for self-medication practices. This study was designed to examine the ratio of non-prescribed medicines sales and self-medication practices in Punjab, Pakistan. This study also… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; self medication; medication; without prescription ... See more keywords
Assessment of without prescription antibiotic dispensing at community pharmacies in Hazara Division, Pakistan: A simulated client’s study
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0263756
Abstract: Antibiotics dispensing without a prescription is an irrational practice and can increase the risk of antibiotic resistance, which is a significant public health concern around the globe. This study was aimed to determine the extent… read more here.
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Factors Related to Antibiotic Supply without a Prescription for Common Infections: A Cross-Sectional National Survey in Sri Lanka
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DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10060647
Abstract: Inappropriate antibiotic use is a problem in Sri Lanka. We investigated pharmacy staff’s attitudes towards antibiotic supply for common infections in Sri Lanka. A self-reported cross-sectional survey was conducted among a random sample (n =… read more here.
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Antibiotic Dispensation without a Prescription Worldwide: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics9110786
Abstract: Antibiotic resistance still remains a major global public health problem and the dispensing of antibiotics without a prescription at community pharmacies is an important driver of this. MEDLINE, Pubmed and EMBASE databases were used to… read more here.
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