Self-Medication and its Associated Factors among University Students: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res
; 29(2): 268-271, 2024.
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ABSTRACT
Background:
Self-medication is a global concern among professionals and non-professionals, with a rapid increase in prevalence. The study aims to assess the prevalence of self-medication and its associated factors among university students. Materials andMethods:
A cross-sectional, descriptive study was conducted in three universities, and a total of 817 college students participated in this study.Results:
About 75.40% of the participants reported using medications without a professional prescription. The category of analgesics was the most commonly used in self-medication (82.80%), while the most common symptom was a headache (81.50%). Almost 74.10% percent of participants who have practiced self-medication stated that the reason was the "lack of time to consult a physician." Most participants who have used self-medication (90.30%) stated that the source of knowledge was "previous prescription."Conclusions:
Health education programs concerning self-mediation should be held in university settings to improve attitudes and practices toward self-mediation.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
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Iran J Nurs Midwifery Res
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Jordania