Risk of antibiotic misuse in dental care
Prescription of antibiotics in dental care is
increasing globally, and the evidence reported a high level of antibiotic
misuse. A survey reported that, prescription of antibiotics in Kosovo is
empiric without prior sensitivity testing. This situation may result in chances
of development of the negative impact of bacterial resistance profiles.
So,
there is a need of implementing restrictive antibiotics policy. The rational and effective prescription of
antimicrobials is imperative in dental practice, and it is necessary to
implement an antimicrobial prescription monitoring system and antibiotic stewardship
program. One important strategy for reaching the objective of rational
antibiotic prescription is the implementation of drug utilization studies, as
defined by the World Health Organization (WHO).
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