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August 1, 2025BMJ Paediatrics OpenOpen Access

Pattern and appropriateness of antibiotic therapy for acute respiratory tract infection among under-five children accessing care in a tertiary facility, Sokoto, Nigeria

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FAFatima Ishaq AbubakarHAH AhmedOAO. O. Akintunde

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Overview

Retrospective analysis assessed antibiotic prescriptions for acute respiratory infections in children under five, highlighting concerns of antimicrobial resistance and prescribing practices.

Key Points

  • A high rate of antibiotic prescriptions was observed, with 100% of patients receiving them for acute respiratory infections.
  • The study recorded 1545 antibiotics prescribed, with cephalosporins being the most common at 46.4% of cases.
  • Data was derived from a retrospective review of medical records spanning 10 months, focusing on under-five children diagnosed with ARI.
  • Strengthening guidelines adherence is crucial for optimizing ARI treatment and minimizing resistance risks.

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Abubakar et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af751a7567bf4f94fee5c5https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjpo-2025-003468
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