Pattern of Self-medication and Associated Factors: A Study in Islamabad, Pakistan
Journal Title: Qlantic Journal of Social Sciences - QJSS - Year 2022, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
The main objective was to identify the pattern of self-medication (use of medicinal products without prescription) and it’s associated socio-demographic factors (income, geographical area, gender, education level, e.t.c.) A cross-sectional study was carried out on a sample of 40 participants. Multi-stage sampling technique was used and sample was selected from 5 sectors and 5 sub-areas of the city. Univariate analysis was conducted for descriptive statistics. Two bivariate regression models were used. Self-medication and it’s relation to COVID-19 was also analysed. Most common symptoms for which self-medication was practised included headaches and migraines (27.27%) Results were analysed through SPSS version 26. Prevalence of self-medication behaviours in Islamabad was estimated to be 70%. Knowledge, perceptions and attitudes related to self-medication were also analysed. People who reported self-medication behaviours often receive information through internet and social media. Self medication rate is more prevalent in women, persons who are married, and in people with existing co- morbid conditions.
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Maryam Bashir
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