Evaluation of awareness regarding antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance among students

Sana Fatima; Hira Amin; Asma Yousuf; Sumaira Anwar; Muhammad Zain ul Abideen Saleem; Maryam Farrukh

Evaluation of awareness regarding antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance among students

Authors

Sana Fatima Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, The Women University Multan, Pakistan.
Hira Amin Department of Microbiology and Molecular genetics, Institute of pure and applied Biology, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Asma Yousuf Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, The Women University Multan, Pakistan.
Sumaira Anwar Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, University of the Punjab, Pakistan.
Muhammad Zain ul Abideen Saleem Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Maryam Farrukh Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Government College University Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan.

Keywords:

Antimicrobial resistance, Attitude, Doctor of Pharmacy, Knowledge, Practice

Abstract

This study evaluates the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) regarding antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) students in selected institutions across Punjab. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a structured questionnaire administered to 500 PharmD students from various institutions. The findings revealed that participants had adequate knowledge and a positive attitude toward antibiotics, but their practices were notably poor. These results underscore the need for enhanced educational interventions and practical training for PharmD students to improve antibiotic stewardship and patient care outcomes.

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Published

31.12.2025

How to Cite

Sana Fatima, Hira Amin, Asma Yousuf, Sumaira Anwar, Muhammad Zain ul Abideen Saleem, Maryam Farrukh. Evaluation of awareness regarding antibiotic use and antimicrobial resistance among students. JCP [Internet]. 2025 Dec. 31 [cited 2026 Oct. 12];9(2):84-7. Available from: https://ammanif.com/journal/jcp/index.php/home/article/view/546