Background: The anxiety caused by the emergence of the novel coronavirus disease
(COVID-19) globally has made many Nigerians resort to self-medication for purported …

Abstract Background Self-Medication is common practice worldwide in both developed and
developing countries. Self-Medication is referred as self consumption of medication without …

Irrational Self-Medication (SM) practice leads to incorrect diagnosis and is a risk factor for
disease exacerbation and serious health consequences. Hence Responsible SM is vital for …

Background Antibiotic overuse and misuse have greatly facilitated the development of
antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is one of the countries that …

Rational and responsible self-medication (SM) is an essential core element for better health
outcomes. It is influenced mainly by the level and adequacy of knowledge, attitude, and …

Rational and responsible self-medication (SM) is not only the key to better health outcomes,
but also key to limiting adverse drug events. This institution-based cross-sectional study …

Background Self-medication is the use of medicinal products by the consumer which is not
prescribed by a doctor. Self-medication practice (SMP) is widely adopted by the common …

Objectives Many women use over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, particularly during
pregnancy. Therefore, this study investigated the perceived risks of using OTC medicines …

Despite the adverse effects of self-medication (SM), such as antimicrobial drug resistance,
drug addiction, allergy, worsening of ailment, organ damage, disability, and death, the …

Background: Self-medication is a common practice and a potential threat for people
worldwide. Aims and Objectives: The main aim of this study was to compare practice and …