Upe F Babaiwa
,
Damilola S Oni,
John O Akerele
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Published: 28 December 2018
Citation: Babaiwa UF, Oni DS, Akerele JO. Utilization of antimicrobial agents in Federal Neuro-psychiatric Hospital, Uselu, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. J Sci Pract Pharm 2018; 5(1):216-217 doi: 10.47227/jsppharm.v5i1.12
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Purpose: This research was aimed to evaluate antimicrobial utilization pattern at a regional Neuro-psychiatric Hospital in Edo State, Nigeria. Methods: Data were obtained retrospectively from a review of 210 in-patient records between April to June 2017, using standard data collection format. Information collected included; patient demographics, diagnosis, antimicrobial treatment regimen. Results: A total of 210 patients with a mean age of 20.87 years (± 1.3) were evaluated. Antimicrobials were most frequently prescribed for patients within ages of 21- 60 years (72.86%). Beta lactams and nitro-imidazoles were the most prescribed class of antimicrobials in this study. This may be due to their broad spectrum of activity, clinical efficacy, high safety profile as well as availability and affordability. In line with the Nigerian treatment guideline, nitro-imidazoles are a component of multidrug regimen (in combination with omeprazole, clarithromycin and amoxicillin) for therapy of Helicobacter pylori infections. Conclusion: This study showed that relevant laboratory investigation was carried out and used as a guide for antibiotic prescription in only 3.33%, indicative of irrational use of antimicrobials. Promoting the rational use of antimicrobials will result in improved quality of life for the patient and the community. There is need to embrace best global practices through mandatory continuing professional development of practitioners. To ensure that they have the necessary knowledge and skills to prescribe rationally, especially in times when combination therapy is of essence.
