Self Medication in Today's Generation without Knowledge as Self Inflicted Harm
Kavitha Jayavel, S. Sivagnanam, Nagarajan Srinivasan
Abstract
The simplest definition of self-medication is the use of drugs (medications) without a doctor's prescription. These drugs are sold in pharmacies and other shops and are referred to as 'Over the counter' or 'Non-prescription.' This phenomenon is rapidly evolving. People take medicines without a doctor's permission for many different reasons. During clinical consultations, some people want to cut down on the time and money they spend. Other people don't bother to see a
Topics & Concepts
HarmDo no harmPsychologySocial psychologyPsychiatryPharmaceutical studies and practicesAntibiotic Use and ResistancePharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes