Table 4.
Attitudes regarding personal consumption of antibiotics (n = 204).
| Questionnaire on Attitudes Regarding Antibiotic Consumption | Yes n (%) | No n (%) |
|---|---|---|
| ● Do you usually take antibiotics for cold or sore throat? | 46 (22.5) | 158 (77.5) |
| ● Do you usually take antibiotics for fever? | 80 (39.2) | 124 (60.8) |
| ● Do you usually stop taking antibiotics when you start feeling better? | 67 (32.8) | 137 (67.2) |
| ● Do you take antibiotic only when prescribed by the doctor? | 179 (87.7) | 25 (12.3) |
| ● Do you keep leftovers antibiotics at home because they might be useful in the future? | 68 (33.3) | 136 (66.7) |
| ● Do you use leftovers antibiotics when you have a cold, sore throat or flu without consulting your doctor? | 46 (22.5) | 158 (77.5) |
| ● Do you buy antibiotics without a medical receipt? | 23 (11.3) | 181 (88.7) |
| ● Have you ever started an antibiotic therapy after a simple doctor call, without a proper medical examination? | 34 (16.7) | 170 (83.3) |