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) |