Knowledge and Self-medication Practices of Oral Analgesic Use among Household Heads in a Selected Barangay, Iloilo City, Philippines

Key Points

• To assess the knowledge and practices of household heads regarding the use of oral analgesics and self-medication.
• Conducted surveys among household heads in a selected barangay.
• Assessed knowledge levels about oral analgesics and self-medication practices.
• Collected data on types and frequency of analgesic use.
• Most household heads reported using oral analgesics for common ailments.
• A significant portion exhibited a poor understanding of dosage and potential side effects.
• Findings indicate a reliance on self-medication for pain management.