Medication Use Reported by Individuals With Tinnitus Who Are Seeking Internet-Based Psychological Interventions.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This study examined medication use by individuals with tinnitus who were seeking help for their tinnitus by means of a psychological intervention.

Method

This study used a cross-sectional survey design and included individuals with tinnitus enrolled in an Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy trial (n = 439). Study participants provided demographic details, completed various structured questionnaires and provided details about the medications used. The self-reported medications were classified using the United States Pharmacopeial Medicare Model Guidelines v7.0.

Results

Current medication use was reported by 67% (n = 293) of the study participants. Those currently using medication were older; had consulted their primary care physician, had

SUBMITTER: Manchaiah V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9126127 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature