(N = 156)

Variables

Frequency (%)

Do you think it’s important to observe the withdrawal period? (n = 156)

Yes

82%

No

18%

If yes, why do you think it is important to observe withdrawal period (n = 128)

Food safety

91%

To prevent drug resistance

4%

To prevent deaths and allergic rxns

1%

Quality of poultry product

7%

Palatability

5%

Marketability

2%

To give time for the birds to utilize drug in their bodies

1%

Do you know any health implication associated with consuming animal products contaminated with antimicrobial residues? (n = 156)

Yes

49%

No

51%

If yes, which ones (Health implications)? (n = 76)

Toxicity to Human being

34%

Allergies

58%

Resistance to antimicrobial drugs

6%

Lack of market

1%

Diarrhea

49%

Unpalatability

1%