# BugBuster 3000 > Antimicrobial prescribing guidance for healthcare professionals. (iPhone/iPad app by South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugbuster-3000/id626651598 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust](https://appshunter.io/developer/626651601) - Category: Medical, Health & Fitness - Price: Free - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 6.0 · 12 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2013-05-11 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugbuster-3000/id626651598/reviews.md ## What is BugBuster 3000? This antimicrobial app has been developed for use by South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. It is designed to guide antibiotic prescribing and must be used in conjunction with local guidelines /formularies. Individual patient circumstances (e.g. allergies, renal failure, hepatic function, drug interactions) must also be taken into account. If in any doubt, please discuss with a senior member of your team. Further advice is also available: during working hours contact Consultant Microbiologist on Ext 54990, Antimicrobial Pharmacist on bleep #6286 or Ext 55306. Out-of-hours the 'on call' Consultant Microbiologist can be contacted via switchboard. Other healthcare organisations and professionals are welcome to use this guidance but should seek ratification through their own clinical governance process. In these circumstances South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is unable to offer advice and support on the use of the guidance contained within this app. It is the responsibility of the individual health care professional to use the most current edition and to make decisions appropriate to the circumstances of the individual patient, in consultation with the patient and/or carer. South Devon Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust, the National Health Service and the Secretary of State assume no liability for any claim for any direct or consequential loss arising out of the use of Bug Buster 3000 by any person. ## Key features - Antimicrobial prescribing guidance - Supports local guidelines - Considers patient circumstances - Consultation advice - For healthcare professionals ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bugbuster-3000/id626651598/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Amazing app *2017-02-15, version V2.1* Great idea for staff :) thank you ### 5/5 — Great *2015-05-15, version 2.0* Excellent, but the disclaimer on each app opening is very annoying - can this be one time only? ### 5/5 — Great App! *2014-08-18, version 1.1* A great app for people new to the local area/policies, easy to use, clear and concise. Good work! ### 5/5 — Amazing! *2013-06-02, version 1.1* So useful, so professional!!! ### 5/5 — Important app... *2013-05-31, version 1.1* Very useful app that gives you quick upto date advice. Must have for all junior and senior doctors in the south west... ### 4/5 — NICE link issue *2013-05-22, version 1.1* Once the link to NICE is accessed, I'm unable to navigate back to the bug buster app. It continues to open to the NICE site. Otherwise a fantastic tool. ### 4/5 — Useful app *2013-05-20, version 1.1* Nice work Borat ;). Needs some fine tuning and content might differ slight across different trust prescribing guidelines. ### 5/5 — Very useful app! *2013-05-12, version 1.1* Easy to access, concise information at your finger tips! Must have. ### 5/5 — Very helpful *2013-05-12, version 1.1* Excellent app. The calculations function is outstanding. ### 5/5 — Helpful *2013-05-12, version 1.1* Really handy to have. Especially the calculator function. My ninja! ## Frequently asked questions about BugBuster 3000 ### What is BugBuster 3000 used for? BugBuster 3000 is an antimicrobial app designed to guide antibiotic prescribing for healthcare professionals. It should be used in conjunction with local guidelines and individual patient circumstances. ### Who developed BugBuster 3000? BugBuster 3000 was developed by South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. ### Is BugBuster 3000 available on Android? Based on the provided data, BugBuster 3000 is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Information regarding Android availability is not specified. ### When was BugBuster 3000 last updated? The latest version of BugBuster 3000, V2.1, was last updated on April 1, 2016. ### What is the age rating for BugBuster 3000? BugBuster 3000 has an age rating of 17+, indicating it is intended for mature audiences. ### Does BugBuster 3000 have ads? No, BugBuster 3000 does not contain advertisements. ### Can other healthcare organizations use BugBuster 3000? Yes, other healthcare organizations and professionals are welcome to use the guidance, but they should seek ratification through their own clinical governance process. South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust does not offer advice or support for external use. ### What should I do if I have doubts about prescribing with BugBuster 3000? If you have any doubts about antibiotic prescribing, you should discuss the individual patient's circumstances with a senior member of your team. Contact information for a Consultant Microbiologist or Antimicrobial Pharmacist is also provided within the app. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### V2.1 — 2016-04-01 Application re-written and updated. Application now synchronises data with an external database to keep information continually up to date. ### 2.0 — 2015-05-11 Updates and minor enhancements ### 1.1 — 2013-05-09 No release notes. ## More apps by South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - [Healthy Families Torbay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/healthy-families-torbay/id1542065394) - [Torbay Family Hub](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torbay-family-hub/id6483865259) All apps by South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust: https://appshunter.io/developer/626651601 ## Related topics [bugbuster 3000](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/bugbuster-3000) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*