Evaluation of Self-Medication with Antibiotics in Primary Care Clinics in Palestine.

Hani A NaseefDana Joza'Ahlam AwawdehAlaa HasanAbdallah Damin AbuKhalil Ni'meh Own Al-Shami Abdullah K Rabba

Published in: Patient preference and adherence (2022)

Self-medication with antibiotics is a common practice in Palestine, regardless of socioeconomic or educational status. Patients' educations about complications from inappropriate use and the possibility of side effects are essential steps to decrease patients' demands for antibiotics. Furthermore, compliance and adherence of community pharmacists in dispensing antibiotics only with a prescription is necessary.

Keyphrases

primary care
end stage renal disease
healthcare
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
type diabetes
adipose tissue
risk factors
general practice
insulin resistance
adverse drug
patient reported
electronic health record