Prevalence, Attitude and Knowledge of Self Medication during Covid-19 Disease Pandemic

2021 ◽  
pp. 902-905
Author(s):  
Hamna Azhar ◽  
Ambreen Tauseef ◽  
Tahir Usman ◽  
Yousra Azhar ◽  
Momna Ahmed ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
General Population ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Preventive Measure ◽  
P Value ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Medical Disorder ◽  
The People ◽  
Herbal Medications ◽  
Frequent Reason

Aim: To determine the prevalence, attitude, and knowledge of self-medication of general population for the prevention of coronavirus during the COVID 19 pandemic. Place and duration of the study: Major studies of Punjab during 2020. Methodology: A self-generated questionnaire was distributed online amongst the general population of Punjab excluding the people using medication for any other chronic medical disorder. The study included the general public including the age group from 16-60 years. Results: Among 290 participants, 33.7% were males and 66.3% were female. Based on the data obtained 53% used medication without a doctor’s prescription (self- medication) while 46.7% took the medication with a doctor’s prescription. Those with the habit of self-medication relied on both allopathic and herbal medications due to various reasons, the most frequent reason found was unavailability of doctors (27.8%). The most frequently used self-medicated drugs were pain killers, Hydroxychloroquinone, Azithromycin and Ivermectin to prevent from this deadly virus (p-value=0.000).Adverse effects reported after self-medications are statistically non-significant. Conclusion It is concluded that majority of the general population of Punjab are in the habit of self-medicating themselves because of difficulty in approaching physicians and the most commonly self-medicated drug with or without symptoms was found to be tablet Azithromycin as a preventive measure during this pandemic. Keywords: COVID-19, self-medication, adverse effects

scholarly journals Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Regarding COVID-19 Ocular Manifestations in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-33
Author(s):  
Mohammed G. Alsaedi ◽  
Bader S. AlQahtani ◽  
Anhar Khalid Zahrani ◽  
Shaima E. Alshareef ◽  
Khlood A. Alzubaidy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
General Population ◽  
P Value ◽  
Western Region ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
The Western Region ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

Introduction: Ocular manifestations, such as conjunctivitis, redness, and tearing, were reported in patients with Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). Objective: To investigate the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice about the ocular manifestations of COVID-19 and protective eye measures among the general population in the western region of Saudi Arabia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted over two months with 800 participants from the general population and a 39-item online structured validated questionnaire using Google Forms. The collected data were analyzed using the SPSS program version 20 and a P-value <0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results and Discussion: Among the participants (n = 800), 71.9% were females, 50% were highly educated, and 61.8% had moderate incomes. The overall mean total knowledge score was 25.185 ± 3.774, with significant differences regarding age group, gender, and income. Most of the Saudi residents with high monthly incomes, especially females, were knowledgeable regarding the ocular manifestations of COVID-19 (25.0957 ± 3.4311). The average total knowledge, attitude, and practice score was 42.1419 ± 4.833, which was average (medium level), with significant differences regarding age group, gender, and income; a high mean was obtained from the age group >50–60, females, and high-income class. Conclusion: Detailed information about the epidemiology of COVID-19 and an understanding of emerging related health issues, such as ocular manifestations, should be empowered to the public while considering the least knowledgeable groups.

scholarly journals AWARENESS, KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE ABOUT DENGUE AMONG SOCIETY

2020 ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
PATIL P. J. ◽  
PATIL V. S. ◽  
CHAUDHARI R. D. ◽  
MALU J. S.
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
General Population ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Group Method ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
The People ◽  
Deadly Disease ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Study Questionnaire

Objective: The survey about dengue was carried out to gather the information about dengue fever, create awareness among the people. To determined the index of knowledge, attitude and awareness among the surveyed population about dengue. Methods: The questionnaire was prepared under the guidance of a pharmacologist. Pilot study was conducted among ten nos. of the population prior actual study. Questionnaire was revised and finalized according to an input of the pilot study. This questionnaire presented to the hundred peoples of different age group. Method involves face to face interview and seeking answers for different questions. Responses were recorded for further analysis and interpretation. Responses were sorted and analyzed. Different questions were categorized into the domain of awareness, knowledge and attitude. Data was presented in the form of graphs. Results: Percentage of awareness, knowledge and attitude found to be 59, 44, 52 respectively. It is observed that three parameters are almost in the range of fifty percent. Precautions plays vital role in prevention of Dengue. Conclusion: it is concluded that there is scope for improvement for creating awareness, knowledge and attitude among the surveyed population as representative of the general population. This may help to overcome the risk of this communicable and deadly disease.

scholarly journals Study on Prevalence and Pattern of Self Medication Practices in a Rural Area of Bihar

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. CM04-CM06
Author(s):  
Pankaj Kumar ◽  
Arvind Kumar Vimal
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Common Cold ◽  
Common Symptom ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Community Based ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Field Practice ◽  
Drug Regulations ◽  
Sociodemographic Profile

Background: Self-medication is common in most parts. It leads to adverse effects. The present study was conducted to assess the pattern of self -medication and reasons behind this practice.Subjects and Methods:The present study was community based cross-sectional in nature conducted upon 198 adults residing in the rural field practice area. Sociodemographic profile and details of self-medication were noted.Results:63.1% of the respondents were males. 35.9% of them belonged to the age group of 30-40 years. 32.8% were illiterate and 85.9% were Hindu. A total of 198 respondents practiced self-medication (51.2%). Most common symptom was headache (85.9%). Common cold (63.1%), fever (56.1% and gas (31.8%) were other common complains. Paracetamol (90.0%), pantoprazole (51%), other NSAIDs (42.9%) and cold tablets (36.9%) were other medicines used commonly. 69.2% respondents said that they were practicing it for minor illnesses, 36.9% cited economic reasons while 46% said that consulting a physician needed much time and self-medication was time saving.Conclusion: Prevalence of self-medication is high. Strict drug regulations are needed.

scholarly journals SELF MEDICATION PRACTICES

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (04) ◽  
pp. 513-521
Author(s):  
SHAHBAZ BAIG
Keyword(s):  
Urban Population ◽  
Nuclear Family ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Family Status ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The People ◽  
Younger Age ◽  
Extended Type

Introduction: Obtaining and consuming drugs without the advice of physician either for diagnosis, prescription or surveillanceis called Self medication. Self medication has been a natural tendency of mankind at all times to relief their discomfort. Objectives: To assessthe self medication practices and the factors influencing self medication practices among the people living in Ghulam Mohammad Abad,Faisalabad. Study design: A Descriptive Cross -Sectional Study. Setting: Population of Ghulam Mohammad Abad, largest colony ofFaisalabad. Material & methods: By simple random technique a sample of 369 people living in Ghulam Mohammad Abad were selected. A pre-tested questionnaire was filled by interviewing each individual. Results: Prevalence of self medication found in study group was 61.20%. Anincrease pattern of self medication practices were found in the younger age group (15-35 years) which were 64.8 %. Self medication practicewas found more in male (64.5%) as compared to female (58.5%). The unmarried persons as compared to married were involved 8% more in selfmedication. Similarly 11% increase pattern of self medication was observed amongst the respondents belonging to nuclear family (66.9%) ascompared to extended type of family status (55.9%). There were 13.60% more practices of self medication in urban population (64.2%) ascompared to rural (50.6%) and self medication was observed in illiterate (50.4%) and in matric level education (62.3%) and persons havingeducation above matric (74.4%). The prevalence of self medication was more among skilled labor (75.9%) as compared to (54.9%) in unskilledlabor. Conclusions: An increase pattern of self medication practices were found in the younger age group. As for as the gender is concerned itis more in the male as compared to female. Unmarried persons as compared to married persons were involved more in self medication. It ismore in persons belonging to nuclear family status and also more in urban population as compared to rural population. Furthermore uneducatedand respondents having education up to matric are more involve in self-medication practice. Advice of person selling medicine at medical storewere having more affect on self medication. No reason for the use of drugs and un–affordability are also the determinants of increased selfmedication.

scholarly journals Topical corticosteroid abuse on face: a clinical study of 100 patients

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pooja Bains
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Study ◽  
General Population ◽  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Topical Corticosteroid ◽  
Clobetasol Propionate ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Minimum Period ◽  
Topical Corticosteroids ◽  
The Face ◽  
History Of

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Prolonged and uninterrupted use of topical corticosteroids on face is globally prevalant and this misuse has reached monstrous proportion in India. The topical corticosteroid abuse leads to various local adverse effects on face which are difficult to treat. The aim of this study was to ascertain the magnitude, demographics, cause and adverse effects of TC abuse on the face in the dermatology out-patient department.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A total of 100 patients with history of topical corticosteroid abuse on face for a minimum period of one month were enrolled in this study.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> In our study, majority of the patients were females (76%) and the most common age group was 21-30 years with 49% patients. The duration of application was &lt;6 months (45%) in majority of patients. Most common topical corticosteroids abused were betamethasone valerate in 49% and clobetasol propionate in 40% cases.</p><strong>Conclusions:</strong> Topical corticosteroid abuse on face is quite common with varied presentation. There is need to take urgent remedial steps and increase awareness about this problem in general population.

scholarly journals A Study To Assess The Effectiveness Of A Planned Teaching Programme On Diabetes Mellitus And Its Management Among Asha Workers In Selected Areas Of Udupi District, Karnataka.

2016 ◽  
Vol 06 (02) ◽  
pp. 031-034
Author(s):  
Monica Tonia Thomas ◽  
Mariamma V. George ◽  
Elsa Sanatombi Devi
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Mellitus ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
P Value ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Teaching Programme ◽  
Knowledge Questionnaire ◽  
The People ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Grass Root ◽  
Structured Knowledge

Abstract Background: Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder which is prevalent throughout the world. ASHA workers are the grass root workers who have direct contact with the people in the community who can be of great help in empowering the diabetes individuals in their management. Methods: The study used evaluative approach with one group pre-testpost-test design. Sixty ASHA workers of selected PHC's and CHC''s of Udupi District were selected for the study using non probability convenient sampling, technique. The instruments used for the study were Demographic Proforma, structured knowledge questionnaire on diabetes mellitus and its management. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for analysis of the data. Results: Majority 42(70%) of ASHA workers belongs to the age group of 31-40yrs and 28 (46.7%) of them had experience as ASHA worker with high school education. In the pre-test 17(28.3%)of ASHA workers had poor knowledge but in post-test, 28(46.7%) of them gained good knowledge which indicated that the planned teaching programme on diabetes mellitus and its management was found to be effective in improving the knowledge of ASHA workers. (T value- 14.226, p value -0.002). Conclusion: The study concluded that the teaching programme was effective in bringing desirable changes in knowledge of ASHA workers.

scholarly journals PROFIL PEMAKAIAN GIGI TIRUAN LEPASAN BERBASIS AKRILIK PADA MASYARAKAT KELURAHAN BAHU KECAMATAN MALALAYANG

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Johanna A Khoman ◽  
Ni Wayan Mariati ◽  
Ellys D Siagian
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Public Knowledge ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Removable Partial Denture ◽  
Partial Denture ◽  
The People ◽  
Removable Denture ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Frequent Reason

Abstract: A survey of denture wearing in Indonesia (2007) showed 4.5% used. This is caused by a low level of public knowledge about the actual function of dentures. The reasons that people do not wear dentures are: do not know about dentures, do not know the place of manufacturing, the expense of dentures, and the discomfort when wearing dentures. The purpose of this study was to find out the profile of using removable acrylic dentures (partial or full) among the people at Kelurahan Bahu Kecamatan Malalayang. This was a descriptive survey with a total sample of 154 respondents. The results showed that wearers of removable partial dentures were mostly females (39.6%), while wearers of full dentures were mostly males (13.7%). Removable partial denture wearers were mostly in the age group of 21-40 years (54.5%); and full denture wearers were mostly in the 60’s age group (16.9%). Aesthetics was the most frequent reason that respondents wore dentures (74%), compared to the restoration of the masticatory function (26%). Most wearers of removable dentures, either partial (41%) or full (9.7%), were high school educated. Conclusion: most denture wearers were high school educated and aesthetics was the most frequent reason. Wearers of removable partial dentures were mostly females while of full dentures were mostly males; and removable partial denture wearers were mostly in the younger ages comparing to the full denture ones. Keywords: denture wearer, removable denture, acrylic-based Abstrak: Survei pemakaian gigi tiruan di Indonesia (2007) menunjukkan tingkat pemakaian sebesar 4,5%. Hal ini antara lain disebabkan tingkat pengetahuan masyarakat tentang pemakaian gigi tiruan masih rendah sehingga masyarakat belum mengetahui fungsi gigi tiruan yang sebenarnya. Alasan tidak memakai gigi tiruan yakni tidak tahu tentang gigi tiruan, tidak mengetahui tempat pembuatan, harga yang mahal, dan kurang nyaman setelah menggunakan gigi tiruan. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui gambaran pemakaian gigi tiruan lepasan berbasis akrilik pada masyarakat Kelurahan Bahu Kecamatan Malalayang, meliputi gigi tiruan sebagian lepasan (GTSL) dan gigi tiruan penuh (GTP). Jenis penelitian survei deskriptif dengan sampel total 154 responden. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengguna GTSL terbanyak pada responden perempuan (39,6%), sedangkan pengguna GTP terbanyak pada responden laki-laki (13,7%). Pengguna GTSL terbanyak pada kelompok usia 21-40 tahun (54,5%) dan pengguna GTP terbanyak pada kelompok usia > 60 tahun (16,9%). Estetik merupakan alasan utama memakai gigi tiruan (74%) dibandingkan mengembalikan fungsi pengunyahan (26%). Pengguna terbanyak gigi tiruan lepasan, baik GTSL (41%) maupun GTP (9,7%) memiliki tingkat pendidikan akhir SMA. Simpulan: pengguna gigi tiruan umumnya memiliki tingkat pendidikan akhir SMA dengan estetik sebagai alasan menggunakannya. GTSL terbanyak digunakan oleh responden perempuan sedangkan GTP terbanyak pada responden laki-laki; selain itu, kelompok usia GTSL lebih muda dibandingkan dengan GTP.Kata kunci : pemakai gigi tiruan, gigi tiruan lepasan berbasis akrilik

scholarly journals A study on comparison of random blood glucose levels in alcoholic and non- alcoholic males of Ernakulam district, Kerala

2013 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rose Usha ◽  
Kumar Sai Sailesh ◽  
Divya Divya ◽  
Mohamed Jasira V K ◽  
Jose Angel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Glucose ◽  
General Population ◽  
Medical Research ◽  
Research Centre ◽  
P Value ◽  
Random Blood Glucose ◽  
Glucose Levels ◽  
Blood Glucose Levels ◽  
The People ◽  
Males And Females

The present study was undertaken to create awareness among the general population about the relation between random blood glucose levels and alcoholism.The present study has been performed at Little Flower Medical Research Centre, Angamaly, and Kerala, India. Two hundred and twenty males and females of Kerala with mean age 41 +/- 21 were enrolled. Alcoholics are included in the present study and their blood glucose levels are compared with the people who never use alcohol. Random blood glucose levels are estimated by using one touch glucometer.Mean random-blood glucose values in Non-alcoholics are higher (102 +/- 33 mg/dl) than in alcoholics is (99 ± 29mg/dl), however it is not statistically significant (p value 0.615).In the present study we have observed slightly higher random blood glucose levels in non-alcoholic males than alcoholic males. However this difference is not statistically significant. We suggest to continue the study with higher sample size to confirm the results and to identify the cause for this difference.

scholarly journals Self-medication amongst pregnant women in a tertiary care teaching hospital in India

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 256
Author(s):  
Pooja P. Rangwala ◽  
Anushka S. Chokshi ◽  
Radhe K. Shah ◽  
Ayush S. Thakkar ◽  
Yash G. Thakker ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Adverse Effects ◽  
Pregnant Women ◽  
Teaching Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
P Value ◽  
Self Medication ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Tertiary Care Teaching Hospital ◽  
Care Teaching

Background: Self-medication is a popular practice in developing countries where there is no strict regulation of drugs sold in local pharmacies. General public is usually unaware of the adverse effects of drugs used for common illness and continue using them without prescription during pregnancy. This study was carried out to know the extent of self-medication practised by pregnant women and various factors associated with it.Methods: A questionnaire based, cross-sectional study of pregnant women visiting the OB GYN-OPD of a tertiary care teaching hospital was conducted. 303 eligible subjects were questioned and statistical analysis was carried out.Results: Total 16.5% women were found to be self-medicating during pregnancy for common conditions like headache (26%), fever (23%) and common cold (19%). Odds Ratio between the self-medicating and non-self-medicating groups for variables like age (<25 years; ≥25 years), education (illiterate; literate) and gestational age (<20 weeks; ≥20 weeks) are 1.6, 2 and 1.73 respectively. Women with a history of self-medicating before pregnancy were significantly more likely to continue doing so during pregnancy (p value <0.00001).Conclusions: A significant proportion of pregnant women have been found to self-medicate without knowing the adverse effects of the drug used. Thus, spreading awareness against this health-predicament is necessary.

scholarly journals To Establish A Normal Range of Inter-Incisal Opening - A Study of 756 Subjects of Age Group 20-50 Years in Yamunanagar City, Haryana.

2013 ◽  
Vol 01 (01) ◽  
pp. 001-003
Author(s):  
Aruna Singh ◽  
Nymphea Pandit ◽  
Monica Sharma
Keyword(s):  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Mouth Opening ◽  
Clinical History ◽  
P Value ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Male Population ◽  
Female Population ◽  
Odontogenic Infections ◽  
Anterior Teeth ◽  
Average Maximum

Abstract Aim- 1. The aim of this study was to investigate the average maximum range of inter-incisal mouth opening in a representative sample of the adult subjects of Haryana. 2. To see any correlation between maximal inter-incisal opening with age. Methods- Maximum mouth opening was studied in 756 adult subjects with age range of 20-50 years in Yamunanagar, Haryana. Age limit was further divided into three groups (20-30, 31-40, 41-50). Those with clinical history of TMJ involvement, OSMF, any trauma, odontogenic and non-odontogenic infections, dental prosthesis on the anterior teeth, congenital anomalies in the maxillofacial region were excluded from this study. The measurements were recorded twice and mean of the two values were taken. Statistical Analysis- Independent sample t-test was calculated to compare age and mouth opening in both male and females respectively. Bivariate pearson correlation was used to see any relationship between age and mouth opening. P-value ≤ 0.05 and CI (confidence interval) at 95% were considered statistically significant. The Results- The average mouth opening of males (45.36±6.70 mm) subjects was higher as compared to female (41.27 ± 6.75 mm) with significant, p-value 0.000. The mean mouth opening ± SD for both sexes combined was 43.39 ± 7.02 mm. The corresponding values for mean inter-incisal opening in male population aged 20-30, 31-40, 41-50 were 45.52 ± 7.15, 46.16 ± 5.47, 42.96 ± 6.82 mm and in female population aged 20-30, 31-40, 41-50 were 41.40 ± 7.08, 41.60 ± 6.29 and 40.03 ± 6.38 mm respectively. Conclusion- Maximal mouth opening differ significantly with gender. There is a decrease in MMO with older age group.

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