Variables

% (N)

Have you ever treated yourself (self-medicated)? (During last month)?

Yes

No

73.0 (308)

27.0 (114)

Do you believe that over-the-counter medicines are as effective as those prescribed by the doctor?

Yes

No

64.9 (274)

35.1(148)

What do you do if you have experienced adverse reactions with medicines?

Consult treating doctor

Consult Pharmacist

Stop taking medications

Consult family members/friends

60.4 (255)

26.5 (112)

8.1 (34)

5.0 (21)

Duration of using prescribed medications?

Until symptoms subsides

Up to given regimen

64.2 (271)

35.8 (151)

Do you give advice to others as regard medications?

Yes

No

38.9 (164)

61.1 (258)

In your opinion, is there some medical complaints can be assessed/solved by a pharmacist?

Agree

Don’t agree

56.9 (240)

43.1 (182)

What are the conditions which pharmacist could prescribe drugs? (n = 240)

Common cold and flu

Cough

Headache

Gastrointestinal (dyspepsia, constipation, diarrhea)

Dental pain

Muscle and joint pain

Fever

Allergic dermatitis

38.8 (93)

22.9 (55)

10.4 (25)

9.2 (22)

6.3 (15)

5.0 (12)

4.6 (11)

2.9 (7)