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Self medication--a growing concern

S G Deshpande1, R Tiwari

  • 1Deptt. of Prev. & Social Medicine, Govt. Medical College, Nagpur.

Indian Journal of Medical Sciences
|March 1, 1997
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Self-medication is common, particularly among adults aged 31-50. Information sources like friends, neighbors, and chemists heavily influence drug choices, including analgesics, antipyretics, and antibiotics.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Public Health
  • Social Sciences

Background:

  • Self-medication is a prevalent global health practice.
  • Understanding demographic and informational influences is crucial for public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of self-medication.
  • To identify demographic factors associated with self-medication.
  • To determine common indications and drug classes used in self-medication.
  • To explore information sources influencing self-medication practices.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study design.
  • Data collection through surveys or interviews.
  • Analysis of demographic data, self-medication practices, and information sources.

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Main Results:

  • 31% of individuals practiced self-medication.
  • Prevalence was higher in the 31-50 age group.
  • Males, illiterate individuals, graduates, laborers, and businessmen showed higher involvement.
  • Common complaints included fever, cough, boils, and acidity.
  • Analgesics, antipyretics, tonics, and antibiotics were frequently used.
  • Information primarily came from friends, neighbors, or chemists.

Conclusions:

  • Self-medication is a significant public health issue with distinct demographic patterns.
  • Fever, cough, boils, and acidity are key reasons for self-prescription.
  • Analgesics, antipyretics, and antibiotics are commonly self-administered drugs.
  • Social networks and chemists are primary information sources, highlighting the need for improved drug information dissemination.