JOURNAL OF ASIAN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS OF PHARMACY - Volume 8, January - December, 2019

Pages: 64-71
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Knowledge, attitude and practices on the use of antimicrobials among residents in Towerville Phase 5, Barangay Minuyan, San Jose del Monte, Bulacan, Philippines: A Questionnaire Survey

Author: Perlita M. Crucis, Elaiza Mariz B. Encarnacion, April Mergelle Lapuz, Mylene Eva P. Magno, Jocelyn S. Pantia, Lourdes Anne Q. Solis

Category: Pharmacy

Abstract:

The development of antimicrobials played significant role in healthcare field. However, misuse of antimicrobials contributes to infections that become resistant to these agents. Antimicrobial resistance is a global health problem associated with the increase in the morbidity and mortality. This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude and practices on antimicrobial use in the community in Bulacan, Philippines. This was performed through convenience sampling on 153 adults in Towerville, San Jose Delmonte Bulacan, Philippines using questionnaire that included questions on demographic profile, knowledge, attitude, and practices towards antimicrobial use. The study was conducted on the month of December 2018 to January 2019. Results show that majority of the respondents had poor knowledge towards antimicrobial use. In contrast, mostly showed positive attitude, 50% exhibited poor practices on antimicrobial use. Data also revealed that there was no significant relationship between the respondents' demographics and their knowledge, attitude, and practices on use of antimicrobials. This implicates that proper education regarding antimicrobial use should be employed to improve the knowledge of people.

Keywords: antimicrobials, antimicrobial resistance, antimicrobial misuse