[Rational use of antibiotics in the Department of Internal Medicine from a university hospital: results of a pilot experience].

Introduction: The programs of rational use of antibiotics are designed to optimize antimicrobial therapy and minimize the emergence of bacterial resistance. In order to optimize the use of antibiotics we implemented an educational program based on the application of a checklist criteria for the rational use of these drugs.

Method: We performed a cohort study unpaired in the Department of Internal Medicine, during three months.