Variables | % (n)* |
Sources of medications Private pharmacy Leftover prescription medication Family/friends |
267 (86.7) 246 (79.9) 70 (22.7) |
Sources of information on self-medication Pharmacists Previous prescription Relatives/ friends Mass media Other (internet, advertisements) |
284 (92.2) 261 (84.7) 112 (36.4) 35 (11.4) 20 (6.5) |
Reasons for using self-medication The perceived problem as minor not requiring medical attention Know the treatment from previous prescription Lack of time to attend health care facilities Confidence in the pharmacist Cost of consultations with the doctor Others (advice from family member, have my own stock at home) |
184 (59.7) 126 (40.9) 92 (29.8) 82 (26.6) 77 (25.0) 42 (13.6) |
Most common perceived illnesses for self-medication Common cold Headache Cough Sore throat Toothache Others (mainly GIT) |
279 (90.6) 219 (71.1) 214 (69.5) 211 (68.5) 120 (38.9) 155 (50.3) |