Impact of antibiotic stewardship strategy on the outcome of non-critical hospitalized children with suspected viral infection

Fever due to viral infections is very common even among non-critical hospitalized children. It is prudent to wait before starting antibiotics in such patients - it does not worsen the outcome. This study generates evidence for rational use of antimicrobials in paediatric practice. A protocol based 'Antibiotic Stewardship Program' can help in rationalizing antibiotic usage in selected group of patients.