Table 6 Explanations for self-medication
From: Self-medication in university students from the city of Rio Grande, Brazil
Explanation | n | % |
|---|---|---|
I have already had the symptom and I know what to “take” | 386 | 57.2 |
There is no need to see a doctor because of a simple disease | 299 | 44.3 |
Quick relief | 234 | 34.7 |
The physician will prescribe me the same medication | 206 | 30.5 |
Economy of time | 180 | 26.7 |
Economy of money | 124 | 18.4 |
Unavailability of health service | 41 | 6.1 |
I do not trust in health service | 13 | 1.9 |
Opportunity of learning | 8 | 1.2 |