Adverse Drug Reactions Related with Antibiotic Medicines in Malawi: A Retrospective Analysis of Prevalence and Associated Factors.

Francis Kachidza ChiumiaFrider ChimimbaHappy Magwaza NyirongoElizabeth Lusungu KampiraAdamson Sinjani MuulaFelix Khuluza

Published in: Drug, healthcare and patient safety (2024)

We found a higher prevalence of serious sADRs associated with antibiotic medicines than reported elsewhere. This may, among others, contribute to high patient mortality, poor treatment adherence, antibiotic resistance and increased cost of care.

Keyphrases

adverse drug
risk factors
palliative care
case report
cardiovascular events
electronic health record
emergency department
quality improvement
drug induced
type diabetes
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance