Can a smartphone app curb antibiotic overuse? bangladesh pilot shows promise
NCT ID NCT06313619
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested a digital system called SmartAMR in community pharmacies in Bangladesh. The system includes a mobile app for tracking medicine sales, sending reminders, and offering symptom checks and telemedicine. Researchers measured whether the tool was accepted by pharmacists and whether it reduced irrational antibiotic use. The study involved 27 participants and used surveys before and after the intervention to assess changes in knowledge, attitude, and practice.
What this could mean
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Active substance
SmartAMR digital system (mobile app with symptom checker, telemedicine, and medication reminders)
What this could lead to
If successful, this digital tool could help reduce antibiotic misuse and slow the spread of drug-resistant infections in community pharmacies.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with only 27 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention relies on voluntary adoption by pharmacists and community members.
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Locations
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Bangladesh Medical University
Dhaka, 1000, Bangladesh