Engaging pharmacists and medicine vendors in antimicrobial stewardship in LMICs

The inappropriate dispensing of antimicrobials without a physician’s prescription (ie, over the counter) is a widespread problem in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), particularly in Asia and Africa. 

Because over-the-counter dispensing substantially contributes to the misuse and overuse of antimicrobials, this concerning scenario urges effective solutions.