Self-medication with antibiotics in the ambulatory care setting within the Euro-Mediterranean region; results from the ARMed project.

摘要: Anecdotal data from the southern and eastern Mediterranean region suggests that self-medication with antibiotics is commonly practiced in many countries. In order to provide proper information on situation, we undertook short structured interviews out-patients clinics or primary health centres Cyprus, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Tunisia Turkey. A total of 2109 were undertaken which 1705 completed full questionnaire. Self-medication was reported by 19.1% (<0.1% Cyprus 37% Lebanon) respondents. Intended ranged 1.3% (95% CI 0%, 3%) 70.7% 64%, 77%) Jordan. Upper respiratory tract symptoms most frequent reasons for respondents indicated they would self-medicate. 48.4% whole group replied kept at home, being highest Lebanon (60%, 95% 51%, 69%). We found a significant association between antibiotic hoarders intended users self-medication. Our confirms non-prescribed use high within ambulatory care countries, almost twice similar European study. Corrective efforts are clearly required ensure antimicrobials so as reduce pressure antimicrobial resistance.