Table 7 Respondents’ attitudes and perceptions towards antimicrobials use and resistance
Statement | Yes (%) | No (%) |
|---|---|---|
Do you usually take antibiotic for cold or sore throat | 62(27.1) | 162(70.7) |
Do you take antibiotic for fever? | 35(15.3) | 193(84.3) |
Do you usually stop taking antibiotic when you start feeling better | 34(14.8) | 195(85.2) |
Do you take antibiotic only when prescribed by the doctor? | 137(59.8) | 91(39.7) |
Do you keep leftover antibiotics at home because they might be useful in the future? | 46(20.1) | 183(79.9) |
Do you use leftover antibiotics when you have cold, sore throat or flu without consulting your doctor? | 32(14.0) | 196(85.6) |
Have you shared antibiotics with another member of your family? | 48(21.0) | 180(78.6) |
Can you buy antibiotics without a medical prescription? | 112(48.9) | 117(51.1) |
Have you ever started an antibiotic therapy after a simple doctor call, without a proper medical examination? | 153(66.8) | 76(33.2) |