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September 11, 2025Open Access

Antibiotic Use Among University Students in Malaria Therapy and Its Implications for Antimicrobial Resistance in Nigeria: A Quantitative Cross-sectional Study

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VAVahab AliSUSunday Nguher UketehAHAbdulbasit Hamza

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Overview

Quantitative cross-sectional study reveals high antibiotic misuse in malaria treatment among university students, implying risks for antimicrobial resistance.

Key Points

  • High awareness of antimicrobial resistance contrasts with misuse of antibiotics for malaria treatment, indicating misconceptions.
  • Among 646 respondents, 49.1% reported using antibiotics for malaria, with misuse highest in the Northeast and Northwest regions.
  • A cross-sectional survey collected data from university students across 12 universities, employing descriptive statistics and regression analysis.
  • Stricter antibiotic regulations and targeted education are crucial to address persistent misuse and combat antimicrobial resistance.

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Ali et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d418cd713b0b5dfea64279https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7439669/v1
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