Dispensing of antimicrobials in Kenya: A cross-sectional pilot study and its implications
Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the extent of self-medication of antibiotics and dispensing practices in Kenya. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out at three selected pharmacies in Nairobi (Kenya), between January and March 2017, targeting principally antibiotic pr...
Main Authors: | Mwasi Mary Ann Mukokinya, Sylvia Opanga, Margaret Oluka, Brian Godman |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2018-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Research in Pharmacy Practice |
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Online Access: | http://www.jrpp.net/article.asp?issn=2319-9644;year=2018;volume=7;issue=2;spage=77;epage=82;aulast=Mukokinya |
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