Nephrologists in Hyderabad emphasize the urgent need for prudent use of antibiotics to address severe public health concerns, including antimicrobial resistance and increased healthcare costs. They underscore that factors such as overprescription, incomplete treatments, and agricultural practices contribute to antibiotic misuse, fueling the global crisis of resistance. Internal organs, particularly the kidneys, face significant risks due to irrational antibiotic use, with kidney damage being a common outcome. Dr. MV Rao from the Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology highlights the rampant sale of antibiotics without prescriptions as a major contributor to overuse.
Dr. PS Vali and Dr. B. Srikanth warn of direct kidney damage from certain antibiotics and urge public education on proper antibiotic usage. Multidrug-resistant infections pose life-threatening risks, leading to conditions like acute kidney injury. Nephrologists advocate for antimicrobial stewardship programs, strict regulations against antibiotic sales without prescriptions, adherence to prescription guidelines, and research into new antibiotics to mitigate resistance risks. They stress the importance of collaborative efforts involving healthcare professionals, policymakers, the pharmaceutical industry, and the public to address antibiotic overuse effectively.
