Country-level data for 2023 indicates a varied use of antibacterial medicines, with Greece leading at 34.2 DDD per 1,000 persons per day, followed by Romania (25.9) and Poland (23.9). Year-on-year analysis shows significant increases for Romania (63%) and Spain (5.88%), whereas Canada experienced a notable decline of 7.85%. Over the last two years, variations have shifted, with Latvia showing an upward trend (74%) and United Kingdom a decline (-1.21%).
Future Trends
Future trends to watch for include the impact of policy changes on antibacterial prescription practices, advancements in alternative treatments, and global efforts to combat antibiotic resistance. Monitoring these will be crucial for understanding the trajectory of antibacterial medicine use across different countries.
Top countries in Antibacterial Medicine Use by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Defined Daily Dosage) Per Thousand Persons Per Day | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Greece | 34.2 | 2023 | +3.95% | +0.059% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 25.9 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 23.9 | 2023 | +4.82% | -0.41% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 23.5 | 2023 | +0.86% | +5.88% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 21.1 | 2023 | +5.5% | -0.83% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 18.4 | 2023 | +3.95% | -0.74% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 17.5 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 15.9 | 2023 | +1.92% | -0.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 14.4 | 2023 | +4.35% | -0.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 13.9 | 2023 | +3.73% | +0.74% | View data |
