Multi-layered factors contribute to irrational use of antibiotics among pediatric patients in Tanzania: ADDO dispensers perspective

• Main Authors: Upendo O. Kibwana (Author), Betty A. Maganda (Author), Wigilya P. Mikomangwa (Author), Ritah Mutagonda (Author), David T. Myemba (Author), Lilian Nkinda (Author), Dorkasi L. Mwakawanga (Author), Pacifique Ndayishimiye (Author), Belinda J. Njiro (Author), Harrieth P. Ndumwa (Author), Alphonce I. Marealle (Author), Hamu J. Mlyuka (Author), Fatuma F. Felix (Author), Manase Kilonzi (Author), Godfrey Sambayi (Author), Gerald J. Makuka (Author), Samson W. Kubigwa (Author), Peter P. Kunambi (Author), Nathanael Sirili (Author), Rashid Mfaume (Author), Arapha Bashir Nshau (Author), George M. Bwire (Author), Elevanie Nyankesha (Author), Robert Scherpbier (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Springer, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major public health problem affecting both current and future generations. Development of resistance to the commonly available antibiotics has been directly linked to their irrational use. The World Health Organization (WHO) has clearly stated...