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Table 2 Use of P-ACT in the treatment of uncomplicated falciparum malaria in young children: practices of health professionals of 7 sub-Saharan countries

From: The use of paediatric artemisinin combinations in sub-Saharan Africa: a snapshot questionnaire survey of health care personnel

 

Clinicians N(%)

Pharmacists N(%)

Syrup, suspension

13(42%)

18(60%)

Dispersible tablet

16(52%)

8(27%)

Granules plus suspension

2(6%)

4(13%)

Total

31(100%)

30(100%)

  1. N: absolute number
  2. %: percentage
  3. ACT: Artemisinin Combination Therapy
  4. P-ACT: Paediatric Artemisinin Combination Therapy
  5. T-ACT: Tablet Artemisinin Combination Therapy (adult like formulation)
  6. Clinicians: medical doctors and nurses
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Malaria Journal

ISSN: 1475-2875

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