Table 1 Dispensing practice of ADDO dispensers based on simulated scenarios
Dispenser asked about (Yes response) | Sneezing and runny nose n (%) | Non-bloody diarrhea n (%) | Co-trimoxazole request n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Duration of illness | 146 (52.1) | 188 (71.5) | 53 (21.9) |
Previous medication for same illness | 67 (24.0) | 64 (24.2) | 17 (7.1) |
History of similar illness | 41 (14.6) | 34 (13.0) | 13 (5.5) |
Previous visit to health facility for the similar illness | 34 (12.1) | 49 (18.6) | 17 (7.1) |
Prescription | 18 (6.8) | 29 (11.1) | 15 (6.0) |
Child’s age | 265 (94.6) | 254 (95.8) | 161 (66.3) |
Dispenser was willing to dispense without prescription | 209 (82.9) | 246 (93.9) | 235 (91.8) |
Dispenser was ready to dispense incomplete dose | 102 (76.1) | 145 (82.9) | 179 (87.7) |
Dispenser gave instruction on how to use the antimicrobials? | 98 (60.1) | 132 (62.6) | 115 (58.7) |