Over-the-counter medication use in residents of senior living communities: A survey study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.japh.2021.05.023
Abstract: BACKGROUND Self-medication with over-the-counter (OTC) products is common among older adults. Although OTC self-medication is a convenient way to manage some health issues, older persons may be at higher risk of experiencing medication-related problems. This… read more here.
Keywords: use; otc medication; otc medications; medication use ... See more keywords
Use of Over-the-Counter Medication among Pregnant Women in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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DOI: 10.1155/2017/4503793
Abstract: Background Over-the-counter medications are widely available in pharmacies Their safety profile, however, does not extend to pregnant women. Accordingly, there should be educational programs developed for pregnant women to protect them from the harms of… read more here.
Keywords: counter medication; pregnant women; otc medications; among pregnant ... See more keywords
SAT-497 Importance of OTC Medications in Hypercalcemia
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DOI: 10.1210/js.2019-sat-497
Abstract: Abstract Background: Calcium-alkali syndrome, formerly known as milk-alkali syndrome was a classic cause of hypercalcemia until newer therapies for peptic ulcer disease emerged is mostly seen today in osteoporosis prevention and secondary hyperparathyroid treatment in… read more here.
Keywords: otc medications; sat 497; calcium; hypercalcemia ... 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
Over-the-Counter Medication Use among Parents in Saudi Arabia
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20021193
Abstract: Introduction: Self-medication is a growing public health concern worldwide. Studies have shown a gap between best practice and the current practice of using over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Despite being a well-recognised problem in Saudi Arabia, few… read more here.
Keywords: medication; otc medications; saudi arabia; medication use ... See more keywords