Background Self-medication patterns vary among different populations, and are influenced
by many factors. No review has been done that comprehensively expresses self-medication …

Background Although over the counter (OTC) drugs are believed to be relatively safe, their
inappropriate use could have serious implications. The aim of the study was to assess the …

Background Self-medication which is the act of obtaining and using one or more medicines
without medical supervision is a common practice among pregnant women. Unless proper …

Self-medication is the selection and use of non-prescription medicines by individuals own
initiatives to treat self-recognized illnesses or symptoms. It is practiced significantly …

Background. Acute abdomen is a common surgical emergency. Prompt investigation and
treatment, including surgical intervention, is critical in reducing morbidity and mortality …

Swamedikasi merupakan upaya masyarakat untuk mengobati dan memelihara kesehatan
diri sendiri tanpa berkonsultasi dengan tenaga medis. Salah satu obat yang paling banyak …

Self-medication, a universal public health issue, is an increasingly common concern. A meta-
analysis of global self-medication patterns will be worthwhile for a comprehensive yet …

Population-based studies regarding attitudes, knowledge, beliefs and practices of the use of
non-prescription medicines and traditional medicines among the general public are rare in …

Background: Self-medication, commonly with over-the-counter medication, is reported as a
public health problem that affects many people worldwide. Most of the cases, the practice …

Introduction: Over the counter medicines are effective and safe remedies that can be used
without a prescription and their usage by students has been increased worldwide due to …