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Comparison of systematic review findings on patterns of antimicrobial use and WHO recommended ideal values
| Patterns of drug use (including antimicrobials) | Systematic review finding | WHO recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| % encounters with antimicrobials | 57% (42–72%) | 20% or less |
| % encounter with injection prescriptions | 28% (16–41%) | 10% or less |
| % generic name prescribing | 79% (58–94%) | 100% |
| % drugs prescribed from EML | 90% (81–96%) | 100% |
