A comparative study on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of self-medication in rural and urban regions of Tumkur, Karnataka, India.

Background: Self-medication (SM), defined as using medicines without professional medical advice, is an increasing public health concern, particularly in developing countries like India. This study aimed to evaluate and compare SM practices among residents of rural and urban areas of Tumkur, Karnata...

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Published in:MGM Journal of Medical Sciences Vol. 12; no. 2; pp. 240 - 249
Main Authors: Supriya, Challa K., Prakash, Chaitanyaa, Nandini, Thimmegowda, Reddy, Pesala Pavan Kumar
Format: research tables/charts Journal Article
Published: Wolters Kluwer India Pvt Ltd Apr-Jun2025
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