Abstract:Background: Antimicrobial resistance is increasing at an alarming rate. The use of antibiotics without a prescription by a patient or other family members and their inappropriate storage have caused serious health issues as it would lead to antibiotic resistance and exposure to risk of harmful adverse effects unnecessarily. Exploring causes behind their storage in homes and reuse will help us identify the problem in depth and help in recommending effective solutions. Methods: This is a cross-sectional study. … Show more
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