Pattern and appropriateness of antibiotic therapy for acute respiratory tract infection among under-five children accessing care in a tertiary facility, Sokoto, Nigeria
Introduction Acute respiratory tract infections (ARIs) are a major cause of antibiotic use among under-five (U5) children, often leading to inappropriate prescriptions that contribute to antimicrobial resistance, adverse drug reactions and higher healthcare costs.Objectives To assess the pattern and...
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| Main Authors: | Fatima Ishaq Abubakar, Hadiza Kubra Ahmed, Omotolani Olawunmi Akintunde, Idrees Abiodun Rufai |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2025-08-01
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| Series: | BMJ Paediatrics Open |
| Online Access: | https://bmjpaedsopen.bmj.com/content/9/1/e003468.full |
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