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International Journal of Advances In Case Reports

Volume 11, Issue 1, 2024
Mcmed International
International Journal of Advances In Case Reports
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XXX-XXXX (Print), 2349 - 8005 (Online)
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bi-annual
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Abstract
Title
SELF-MEDICATION BEHAVIOUR AMONG FEMALE STUDENTS AND MEDICATION STORAGE
Author
Navya Sri K*, Gopagani Murali Krishna, Vijaya kumari B, Purushothaman M, N Shruthi
Email
navyasri.katukuri29@gmail.com
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Self-Medicate, Spss Version, Characters
Abstract
This research is to observe the prevalence, attitudes and characters of female students who store medicines and self-medicate. In this study, a cross-sectional survey was conducted and respondents were selected using cluster random sampling method. We collected data from women by administering a pre-piloted questionnaire. A descriptive analysis of the data was conducted using SPSS version 12. Researchers interviewed 240 students, with a mean age of 21.5 years and a standard deviation of 3.1 years, who reported keeping medicines in their rooms 46.62% of the time (n=224), and not consulting their doctors about stopping prescribed medications 35.50% (n=170). 88 percent of respondents (n=195) self-medicated. 29.06% of self-medicators stated they did so for their own knowledge of their condition and it's treatment. 14.4% indicated they did it to save time, and 8.5% said it was because the medication given by their provider did not work. Most people reported symptoms associated with otorhinolaryngology (11.05%), respiratory disease (9.8%), Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) disease (9.05%) and headache/fever (8.4%). In terms of medicines used, analgesics & antipyretics (15.1%), ear, nose & throat medications (5.4%), vitamins & minerals (5.4%), GIT medications (4.25%), anti-infection medicines (3.65%) and herbal remedies (1.25%). It educated female students are more likely to store medicines and practice self-medication. Increasing awareness among students is imperative to ensure safe practice. For medicines not to be wasted, strict policies must be implemented regarding their unrestricted availability
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