Exploring drivers and challenges influencing antibiotic prescribing in outpatient settings and possible mitigation strategies in the United Arab Emirates: a qualitative study.

Ahmed A SadeqFarah Ahmed IssaMina BakhitMaitha Abdul-Aziz Al-TamimiZahir Osman Eltahir BabikerRaghad S Ismail AlshabebiJehad AbdallahEmmanuel Fru NsuteboMarleine B MoukarzelRawan AbukhaterBarbara R ConwayStuart Evan BondSidra KhanMamoon A Aldeyab

Published in: JAC-antimicrobial resistance (2023)

Several AMS interventions, together with the presence of a clinical pharmacist, may be effective in improving antibiotic use in UAE outpatient settings. Future research should investigate the most appropriate AMS strategy considering barriers and possible mitigation strategies to ensure sustainability.

Keyphrases

climate change
primary care
current status
emergency department
adverse drug
life cycle