Self-medication with over the counter drugs, prevalence of risky practice and its associated factors in pharmacy outlets of Asmara, Eritrea

• Main Authors: Sirak Tesfamariam (Author), Indermeet Singh Anand (Author), Ghide Kaleab (Author), Samson Berhane (Author), Biruck Woldai (Author), Eyasu Habte (Author), Mulugeta Russom (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2019-02-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Although over the counter (OTC) drugs are believed to be relatively safe, their inappropriate use could have serious implications. The aim of the study was to assess the practice of self-medication, prevalence of risky practice and its associated factors in pharmacy outlets of As...