Background: Healthcare practitioners at all levels must take a cooperative, interdisciplinary
approach to combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a serious worldwide issue. By
influencing infection control protocols, patient education, and antibiotic prescribing practices,
physicians, pharmacists, nurses, and healthcare students all play crucial roles in managing
antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Method: A comprehensive narrative review was conducted, drawing upon primary research
articles, systematic reviews, and policy documents published between 2014 and 2024. The
search was carried out using electronic databases.
Results: Over Thirty research studies in all, published between 2021 and 2024, were chosen
for this review. Studies include various population, involving students, healthcare workers, and
the general public. Despite widespread awareness of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), analysis
showed that there are still significant disparities in behaviours and knowledge. Common
problems found were self-medication, early antibiotic course cessation, overprescribing of
antibiotics, and misunderstandings regarding the use of antibiotics for viral illnesses. To
counter the growing threat of AMR, there is a need for ongoing education and focused
awareness campaigns.Conclusions: To reduce overprescribing, physicians need to get a deeper understanding of
AMR causes, they are essential in assisting with infection prevention and encouraging
treatment adherence. Improving the awareness that healthcare workers, especially students,
need to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) effectively requires education, training, and
thorough research. Ultimately, lowering the threat of AMR necessitates a coordinated,
proactive approach that includes ongoing education and the active involvement of healthcare
professionals.
Keywords: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR), Antibiotic prescribing practices,
Overprescribing, Infection control protocols, Patient Education
Publication date: 01/07/2026
https://www.ijbpas.com/pdf/2026/July/MS_IJBPAS_2026_10300.pdf
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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.7.10300
