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Estimation of weight of antimicrobial active ingredient from antimicrobials consumed by humans
| Antimicrobial class | Antimicrobial | No. DDDs (per 1000 inhabitants per day) | Dose in g (for a typical inhabitant) | Daily amount of AAI (per 1000 inhabitants) (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cephalosporin | Ceftriaxone | 8 | 1.5 | 12 |
| Broad-spectrum beta lactam | Ampicillin | 8 | 1.5 | 12 |
| Macrolide | Azithromycin | 8 | 0.5 | 4 |
| Oral fluoroquinolone | Levofloxacin | 8 | 0.5 | 4 |
| All | 32 |
