MSFeCARE: an electronic algorithm to improve antibiotic prescription in the management of childhood illness in primary health care

INTRODUCTION: MSFeCARE is an electronic clinical decision support system designed to improve quality of care and rational use of antibiotics for childhood illnesses in children 50% reduction in antibiotic prescriptions and provided valuable information to guide clinical supervision. The tool holds immense potential to improve the quality of care and reduce irrational antibiotic prescription. Plans are underway for further implementation and continued monitoring.