Firstline Application

What is it?

Firstline is a clinical decision support application. It helps provide guidance related to the prescribing of antimicrobials. There are both human and animal-centred versions of the app.

Firstline offers point-of-care treatment recommendations for veterinarians and healthcare professionals. It includes information such as:

  • Spectrum of Activity
  • Stewardship Considerations
  • Dosing
  • Pharmacy Formulations
  • Common Usage
  • Pharmacology & Pharmacokinetics
  • Major Interactions
  • Adverse Effects & Warnings
  • Client Information
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How Does it Prevent AMR?

The app aids in AMR prevention by ensuring that appropriate prescribing practices are occurring with the most up-to-date information. This allows for increased compliance as medical guidelines change, as well as improved infection prevention and control. From a human health perspective, FirstLine implementation in healthcare settings has reduced antimicrobial usage by 25% and increased appropriate prescribing practices by 18%.

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