Knowledge and Perceptions on Effects of Over the Counter Medication Among Pregnant Women: A Case Study in Dodoma Municipality, Tanzania.
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TextPublisher number: Phone: +255 28 298 3384 Fax: +255 28 298 3386 Email: vc@bugando.ac.tz Website: www.bugando.ac.tz Language: English Language: Kiswahili Publication details: Mwanza, Tanzania: Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences [CUHAS - Bugando] : ©15.08.2017Description: v; 32 Pages; Includes References and AppendicesSubject(s): Summary: Abstract:
Background: This research was conducted in Dodoma Municipality to assess the knowledge and perception on risks of over the counter medication among primigravidae. Specifically the study intended to explore the knowledge of primigravidae regarding effects of OTC medications and to evaluate the primigravidae perception on use of over counter medication.
Methodology: This study used interview as data collection method and data were coded, processed and analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS version 20.0) computer software.
Analysis: The findings have shown that many women did not have knowledge on the proper use of OTC medication and its effects. They perceived OTC medication to be safe and necessary to use during pregnancy. Knowledge and perception were associated with education as it was revealed that the majority of women with low education had no knowledge of OTC medication.
Conclusion: Finally the study recommended that health care workers should provide education to all primigravidae regarding the effects of OTC medications upon their first visit to the clinics and every time they go for checkups in order to protect the health of both mothers and unborn babies.
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Abstract:
Background: This research was conducted in Dodoma Municipality to assess the knowledge and perception on risks of over the counter medication among primigravidae. Specifically the study intended to explore the knowledge of primigravidae regarding effects of OTC medications and to evaluate the primigravidae perception on use of over counter medication.
Methodology: This study used interview as data collection method and data were coded, processed and analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS version 20.0) computer software.
Analysis: The findings have shown that many women did not have knowledge on the proper use of OTC medication and its effects. They perceived OTC medication to be safe and necessary to use during pregnancy. Knowledge and perception were associated with education as it was revealed that the majority of women with low education had no knowledge of OTC medication.
Conclusion: Finally the study recommended that health care workers should provide education to all primigravidae regarding the effects of OTC medications upon their first visit to the clinics and every time they go for checkups in order to protect the health of both mothers and unborn babies.
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