Intravenous Antibacterial Consumption at Sahloul University Hospital from 2018 to 2021

Abstract

The aim of this study was to assess the pattern of antibiotic consumption in Sahloul University hospital and to identify areas for improvement in the responsible use of antibiotics. The study was conducted over a four-years period and involved a retrospective analysis of the hospital’s electronic medical records. The results showed that the most commonly prescribed antibiotics were broad-spectrum agents, particularly cephalosporins and fluoroquinolones. Antibiotic consumption was highest in the surgical and intensive care units. The study also identified a high rate of prescription of antibiotics for viral infections, despite guidelines recommending against their use for such conditions. The findings of this study highlight the need for improved antibiotic stewardship programs in the hospital to reduce the unnecessary use of antibiotics and minimize the emergence of antibiotic resistance.