ArticlePharmacy (Basel, Switzerland)2023
Patterns of Drug Utilization and Self-Medication Practices: A Cross Sectional Study.
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- Self-medication with proton pump inhibitors among physicians in Bosnia and Herzegovina: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in medicine · 2026Article
- AI, digital twins, and healthcare utilization behaviour: evidence from a Swiss population survey.BMC health services research · 2025Article
- Factors associated with Peruvian students' knowledge of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug management in pediatric dentistry: a cross-sectional study.BMC medical education · 2025Article
- Social determinants of self-medication with leftover antibiotics in Lebanese households: A cross-sectional study.PloS one · 2025Article
- A cross-sectional study on self-medication with over-the-counter drugs among adolescents: an analysis of current practices.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
- Empowering Patient Safety: Assessment of Adverse Drug Reaction Knowledge and Practice Among Pharmacy Professionals.Pharmacy (Basel, Switzerland) · 2024Article
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Abstract
backgroundSelf-medication (SM) is a growing phenomenon worldwide that has recently been classified as one of the most serious public health problems. SM can result in an incorrect self-diagnosis, inappropriate treatment, potential adverse reactions, interactions, and the masking of more sinister disease.
objectivesTo assess the prevalence of SM practices amongst healthcare professionals and the general population in Saudi Arabia and to identify the sociodemographic contributing factors to this practice.
methodsA total of 540 participants were enrolled in this study. Participants were asked to complete the study questionnaire comprising two sections to gather demographic information and to collect data regarding SM practice.
resultsThe prevalence of SM practice among the study participants was 78.6%, and it was the highest among the middle age groups of (21-40 years) 82% compared to the younger and older age groups. The observed prevalence was higher in the female participants (53.7%) and those who live alone. Type of education did not affect the attitude of SM (
conclusionThe general population should be better educated and made conscious about the consequences, risks, and side effects of SM. Awareness campaigns may prove to be useful in this matter, allowing the patient to consider the appropriateness of this practice. Individuals in the age group of 21-40 years, females, and those who live alone should be considered priority target populations in the design and implementation of SM awareness projects.
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