The role of the pharmacist in antibiotic resistance

The role of the pharmacist in antibiotic resistance. Since the use of antibiotics has become generalised, bacteria have adapted and developed resistant genes. The only strategy to fight against the rise of antibiotic resistance is to promote the correct use of these medicines. It is in this area that the pharmacist has a major role to play by putting in place various prevention actions. (C) 2016 Elsevier Masson SAS. All rights reserved