The selection and use of essential medicines, 2025: WHO AWaRe (Access, Watch, Reserve) classification of antibiotics for evaluation and monitoring of use
The WHO’s AWaRe classification, introduced in 2017, is a global tool to optimize antibiotic use and curb resistance. It groups antibiotics into Access, Watch, and Reserve categories based on their resistance impact, guiding stewardship at all levels. Updated biennially, it helps set targets and monitor antibiotic use and policy outcomes.
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Antimicrobial Resistance Fighter Coalition |
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Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre |
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INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURERS & ASSOCIATIONS |
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