Highlights According to the NMC, antimicrobials should be prescribed in the following series of steps: Begin with a clinical diagnosis to predict the most likely organism causing the infection. This approach helps in selecting the right test for the right patient. Antimicrobials must be administered at optimal doses, frequencies, and durations tailored to individual patient characteristics such as age, weight, renal function, and the site of infection.
In cases where empirical antimicrobial therapy is initiated based on experience rather than diagnostic results, clinicians are advised to review the therapy daily to ensure its appropriateness. The National Medical Commission (NMC), India, has released new guidelines instructing doctors to avoid prescribing antibiotics before conducting diagnostic tests. These guidelines aim to combat the rise in antibiotic resistance by ensuring that…
