MISUSE OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS AND SELF-MEDICATION PRACTICES: A CROSSSECTIONAL PROSPECTIVE STUDY IN THE URBAN POPULATION OF KISHANGANJ, BIHAR
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Self-medication, Prescription drug misuse, Over-the-counter drugs, Antimicrobial resistance, Kishanganj, Public health, Medication safety
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Background
Self-medication and prescription drug misuse are growing public health concerns, particularly in developing countries like India, where easy access to over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and limited healthcare accessibility contribute to high prevalence rates. Unregulated self-medication can lead to adverse drug reactions, antimicrobial resistance, and drug dependency. This study aims to assess the prevalence, patterns, and factors influencing self-medication and prescription drug misuse in the urban population of Kishanganj, Bihar.
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