Antibiotic utilization patterns in Tanzania: a retrospective longitudinal study comparing pre- and intra-COVID-19 pandemic era using Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority data.

Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing public health concern globally, and misuse of antibiotics is a major contributor.

Objective: This study investigated antibiotic utilization patterns before and during the COVID-19 pandemic in Tanzania using data from the Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA).

Methods: This retrospective longitudinal study analysed secondary data.