Phytochemical and Over-The-Counter Drug Interactions: Involvement of Phase I and II Drug-Metabolizing Enzymes and Phase III Transporters.
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DOI: 10.1089/jmf.2021.k.0003
Abstract: Consumption of plant-derived natural products and over-the-counter (OTC) drugs is increasing on a global scale, and studies of phytochemical-OTC drug interactions are becoming more significant. The intake of dietary plants and herbs rich in phytochemicals… read more here.
Keywords: phase iii; drug interactions; drug; drug metabolizing ... See more keywords
Self-medication with over-the-counter drugs among consumers: a cross-sectional survey in a Southwestern State in Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-072059
Abstract: Objectives This study set out to assess the knowledge, perception and practices of consumers regarding self-medication with over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, the prevalence of risky practices and their associated factors in pharmacy outlets in Ibadan, Southwestern… read more here.
Keywords: otc drugs; self medication; medication counter; cross sectional ... See more keywords
Preferences and attitudes of older adults of Bialystok, Poland toward the use of over-the-counter drugs
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DOI: 10.2147/cia.s158501
Abstract: Purpose The aim of the study was to assess preferences and attitudes toward the use of over-the-counter (OTC) drugs among residents of Bialystok aged 60 or older. Patients and methods The study included 170 people,… read more here.
Keywords: otc drugs; study; drug; preferences attitudes ... See more keywords
Most common over-the-counter medications and effects on patients.
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DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202302_31409
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The self-medicating practice of using over-the-counter (OTC) medications are more common than prescription drug use worldwide. OTC drugs are primarily used to treat conditions that do not require direct medical attention or supervision, and… read more here.
Keywords: otc medications; counter otc; common counter; otc drugs ... See more keywords
Unprescribed and unnoticed: Retrospective chart review of adverse events of interactions between antidepressants and over-the-counter drugs
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DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.965432
Abstract: Aim: To systematically evaluate prevalence and clinical characteristics of adverse effects of antidepressants and OTC drugs interactions in a retrospective chart review. Methodology: Dataset of 1,145 registered adverse events were evaluated. Reports were selected for… read more here.
Keywords: chart review; retrospective chart; adverse events; otc drugs ... See more keywords
The Awareness of Risks Associated with OTC Drugs Available in Non-Pharmacy Outlets among Polish Patients—A Cross-Sectional Study
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9020187
Abstract: Background: Many OTC drugs are available in non-pharmacy outlets, and as such the risk of overuse and/or improper use of this class of drugs is more likely. In light of this observation, our study was… read more here.
Keywords: non pharmacy; drugs available; otc drugs; among polish ... See more keywords
The Over-the-Counter Medicines Market in Poland
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph192417022
Abstract: The market of over-the-counter drugs, so-called OTC drugs, is a dynamically developing market driven primarily by self-medication. Their use does not require consultation with a physician, and the patients themselves decide to take them. The… read more here.
Keywords: medicines market; market poland; otc drugs; market ... See more keywords