Assessment of Over the Counter Topical Steroid Use amongthe Nursing Students in Mandya District
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 7
Abstract
Topical corticosteroids (TCs) are the most commonly used therapeutic formulations by dermatologist and also widely misused cream by all in routine medical practice. Many adverse reactions have been described with topical steroid use on the face. Indian studies on prevalence of TCs misuse is lacking. Hence there is a need to know the prevalence of TC misuse among general population and also among various segments of the community before undertaking any regulatory measures. The present study was undertaken on nursing students as they handle various types of medicines which in turn increase the access to medicines and also misuse. It is cross sectional study done in Adichunchangiri Institute of Nursing Sciences, Mandya. The purpose of the study was explained and those who consented to participate in the study were administered a predesigned, pretested, structured questionnaire to elicit the information on use of topical steroid on the face. Demographic data, types of products, duration of such practice, frequency of application, areas of the face applied, quantity used monthly and prescription source were collected. A total of 98 B.Sc. nursing students participated in the present study of which 23 were in 1st year, 25 in 2nd year, 24 in third year and 26 in 4th year respectively. Of the 90 facial creams users, 31% (28) of them using creams containing steroid alone or in combination, of which 64% had potent steroid. Most of them were using these preparations since 1-2years. Most common reason for the application of topical steroid was to improve fairness (45%) followed by melasma and non-specific dermatosis. When asked about source of information, most attributed to friends and relatives (53.6%). Many others were suggested by pharmacy persons. Fairness obsession among Indians has increased abuse of TCs on the face. Proper health education in order to create awareness among public is the need of hour. Keywords:Topical corticosteroid, face, misuse, nursing students
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Shashikumar BM, Harish MR, Kavya M, Deepadarshan K
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