A Comprehensive Evaluation of Antibiotic Dispensing Practices and Regulatory Frameworks in Community Pharmacies in Malawi: Research Findings

Non-prescription sale of antibiotics leads to inappropriate use of antibiotics, which is a known contributor to antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Despite its significance, this practice remains underexplored in Malawi.

This study assessed antibiotic dispensing practices in community drug outlets in Lilongwe, Malawi, established influencing factors from the perspective of private drug dispensers, and examined their interactions with drug regulatory bodies.