What are the Key Principles of Antimicrobial Stewardship?

Antimicrobial stewardship includes several key principles:

1. Appropriate Prescribing: Ensuring that antimicrobials are prescribed only when necessary and that the choice of agent is based on clinical evidence and susceptibility patterns.
2. Optimal Dosing: Using the correct dose, route of administration, and duration to maximize efficacy and minimize resistance development.
3. Monitoring and Education: Regularly monitoring antimicrobial use and resistance patterns, and educating healthcare professionals and the public about the importance of prudent antimicrobial use.