학술논문
Demand of COVID-19 medicines without prescription among community pharmacies in Jodhpur, India: Findings and implications
Document Type
article
Author
Source
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, Vol 11, Iss 2, Pp 503-511 (2022)
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
2249-4863
Abstract
Background: COVID-19 pandemic led to increased self-medication of antimicrobials, vitamins, and immune boosters among the common people and consuming without prescription can lead to adverse consequences including antimicrobial resistance. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on community pharmacies in Jodhpur, India. They were inquired regarding the prescription and increased sales (75% increase in vitamin C sales. Conclusion: There was an increase in the demand for COVID-19 medications without prescription. This study was unable to detect a significant increase in sales of antimicrobials, which is encouraging.