Self-medication practice and contributing factors among pregnant women.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The practice of self-medication during pregnancy is a global challenge that necessitates high attention as it poses a potential threat to the pregnant mother and fetus. However, little is known regarding self-medication practice and its contributors among pregnant women in our setting.

Objective

The main aim of this study was to investigate the practice of self-medication and its contributing factors among pregnant women.

Methodology

A cross sectional study was conducted among pregnant women at antenatal care follow-up of Ayder comprehensive specialized hospital, Tigray, Ethiopia. Written informed consent was obtained from each participant before interview. Simple random sampling technique was employed to recruit participants in to the study. Data were coll

SUBMITTER: Niriayo YL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8136661 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature