None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: NIL: NA
Control Intervention1: NIL: NA
Sponsors
Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Subjects aged more than 18 years and above who reside in Wardha and visited the pharmacy outlets to purchase medicine(s) during the study. Individuals participating willingly, voluntarily and providing informed consent. Individuals who have a history of self-medication or those currently engaging in SMP. Individuals who have the cognitive ability to understand and respond to questions and participate in qualitative interviews.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Doctors, and healthcare workers who have knowledge of medications. People who are unwilling to provide informed consent. Individuals below the age of 18 years. Individuals with cognitive impairments. Pregnant or breast-feeding women. Individuals residing outside the geographical boundaries of Wardha, Maharashtra.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The study is expected to provide insights on the prevalence of self medication practices in WardhaTimepoint: Outcome will be assessed at 8 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| It will help in providing recommendations for interventions to promote responsible self-care practicesTimepoint: Assessment will be done by the end of 24 months | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Sonali Choudhari
Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research
Outcome results
None listed