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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedLaytner LA, Olmeda K, Salinas J
Acculturation and subjective norms impact non-prescription antibiotic use among Hispanic patients in the United States.
The purpose of this study was to explore the effects of acculturation and subjective norms on Hispanic individuals' intentions to use antibiotics without a prescription from the following sources: 1) United States markets (not legal), 2) other countries, 3) leftovers from previous prescriptions, and 4) friends/relatives. The study found that of the 263 patients surveyed, 47% reported previous non-prescription use, and 54% expressed intention to use non-prescription antibiotics if feeling sick. Individuals with lower acculturation (Spanish-speaking preferences) expressed greater intentions to utilize antibiotics from abroad and from any source. Individuals with more friends/relatives who obtain antibiotics abroad were over 2.5 times more likely to intend to utilize non-prescription antibiotics from friends/relatives. Other predictors of intention to utilize non-prescription antibiotics included high costs of doctor visits and perceived language barriers in the clinic.
AHRQ-funded; HS026901.
Citation: Laytner LA, Olmeda K, Salinas J .
Acculturation and subjective norms impact non-prescription antibiotic use among Hispanic patients in the United States.
Antibiotics 2023 Sep 8; 12(9). doi: 10.3390/antibiotics12091419..
Keywords: Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Antibiotics, Medication, Antimicrobial Stewardship
Laytner L, Chen P, Nash S
Perspectives on non-prescription antibiotic use among Hispanic patients in the Houston Metroplex.
This study examined non-prescription use of antibiotics among Hispanic adults in the Houston area. The study included Hispanic primary care clinic patients with different types of health insurance coverage in the Houston metroplex who endorsed non-prescription use in a previous survey. Semistructured interviews were conducted in English or Spanish with 35 participants primarily female (68.6%) and aged 27 to 66. Participants reported obtaining antibiotics through under-the-counter US markets, trusted persons, and purchased without a prescription abroad. Factors contributing to non-prescription use included beliefs that the doctor visit was unnecessary, limited access to healthcare, and communication difficulties. However, participants expressed confidence in medical recommendations from pharmacists and trusted community members.
AHRQ-funded; HS026901.
Citation: Laytner L, Chen P, Nash S .
Perspectives on non-prescription antibiotic use among Hispanic patients in the Houston Metroplex.
J Am Board Fam Med 2023 May 8; 36(3):390-404. doi: 10.3122/jabfm.2022.220416R1..
Keywords: Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Antibiotics, Medication, Antimicrobial Stewardship