September 10, 2025Journal of Pharmaceutical CareOpen Access

Patient Knowledge, Attitudes, and Expectations Regarding Over-the-Counter Medications: A Survey-Based Study in Tehran Community Pharmacies

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Participants showed moderate knowledge and attitudes about OTC medications, and high expectations for their use.
Pharmacists were identified as the primary information source for 71.6% of respondents regarding OTC medications.
Higher levels of education correlated significantly with better knowledge and expectations of OTC medications among participants.
Public health campaigns are needed to enhance understanding, particularly among older adults and those with lower education levels.

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This survey examines patient knowledge and attitudes toward over-the-counter medications, indicating significant gaps in understanding that need addressing.

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Nasirian et al. (2025) studied this question.

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This survey examines patient knowledge and attitudes toward over-the-counter medications, indicating significant gaps in understanding that need addressing.

Patient Knowledge, Attitudes, and Expectations Regarding Over-the-Counter Medications: A Survey-Based Study in Tehran Community Pharmacies

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Patient Knowledge, Attitudes, and Expectations Regarding Over-the-Counter Medications: A Survey-Based Study in Tehran Community Pharmacies

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