Prevalence of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs usage and assessment of knowledge related to its complications among Saudi population; a cross-sectional study

Asiri, Omar; Alzahrani, AliM; Alshehri, Khalid; Althomali, Othman; Alameen, Abdulmohsen; Serwah, Mohamed

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“…[6] Asiri et al reported that the most commonly consumed NSAID in their study was ibuprofen (45.2%). [7] In addition, Hwong et al reported that among the patients who received NSAIDs in primary care in Malaysia, diclofenac was the most commonly prescribed NSAID (40.5%). [10] Bahreini and Koneri stated that in their study, aceclofenac was the most commonly prescribed NSAID (15.1%) followed by diclofenac (13.06%).…”

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“…[6] Asiri et al conducted a questionnaire among Saudi population and reported that more than 65% of the participants agreed that they have taken NSAIDs and that 6.7% of them taking it regularly. [7] They also said that the frequency of taking NSAIDs without a medical prescription was 45.5%. [7] It should be noted that aspirin is not considered NSAIDs if it is prescribed in a low dose.…”

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“…[7] They also said that the frequency of taking NSAIDs without a medical prescription was 45.5%. [7] It should be noted that aspirin is not considered NSAIDs if it is prescribed in a low dose. [8] It is important to know how these drugs are being prescribed and used to initiate a discussion on rational drug use and to suggest measures to change physicians' prescribing habits.…”

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Ahmed¹

2021

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Aim: This study aims to explore the frequency of prescribing nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in a public hospital in Al-Kharj. Materials and Methods: This study included review the electronic medical records of outpatients who received at least one of the NSAIDs between January 1, 2018, and June 30, 2018, in a public hospital in Al-Kharj. Results: The most commonly prescribe NSAIDs was diclofenac (61.23%) followed by ibuprofen (36.12%). About half of the patients receiving NSAIDs were <30 years old (50.17%) and about 72.25% of them were <40 years old. Only diclofenac was prescribed as a topical form (gel, cream, or ointment). More than 71% of diclofenac prescriptions were included a topical dosage form. Conclusion: The study showed that nonaspirin NSAIDs prescribing rate was high, particularly diclofenac and ibuprofen. It is important to increase the awareness of health-care providers to increase the efficacy and decrease the adverse effects of these medications.

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Ahmed¹

2021

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“…Several studies have been published recently about the knowledge, awareness, and perceptions of the general Saudi population towards NSAIDs, but specific subpopulations such as pregnant women and women of childbearing age were not addressed [ 1 , 14 , 15 , 16 , 17 ]. However, two Saudi studies investigated pregnant women’s knowledge about the use of NSAIDs and other medications such as paracetamol, antacids, antibiotics, and antihistamines [ 18 , 19 ].…”

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Assessing the Knowledge of Analgesic Drugs Utilization during Pregnancy among Women in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

AlSaeed

Elmaghraby

2021

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Background: Pain is a common compensation mechanism in pregnant women that they may face during gestation due to physiological changes. Paracetamol and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are the most administered analgesic drugs worldwide. Therefore, safety and efficacy are important measures for the use of analgesics during pregnancy. Objective: Assess the knowledge of analgesic drug utilization among Saudi pregnant women. Method: We conducted a self-administered survey with an electronic questionnaire via Google Drive among a sample of 406 Saudi women. Results: About half of the respondents took analgesics during the first trimester, and 52.5% of women have used analgesics at least once without any medical advice during their gestation. Most participants agreed that paracetamol is the safest and effective analgesic drug during pregnancy, yet 61.8% of women are not aware that analgesics could be detrimental to the fetus if inappropriately administered in the third trimester. Conclusion: Participants have a good perception of the safest and most effective analgesic drug during pregnancy, but they have poor knowledge about analgesics’ side effects.

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“…One of the most important ways to prevent many serious complications is to increase knowledge and awareness about the factors that cause gastrointestinal injuries. As in the case of Barrett's esophagus and gastrointestinal bleeding, obstruction, and perforation [3]. A study was Conducted in the USA showed that NSAID prescription represents 70,000,000 in 2001 [4].…”

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Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and Usage of Them among Saudi Population: Knowledge and Attitude Assessment

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Aldajam

Alanazi

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JPRI

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Aims: To measure knowledge and attitude among the Saudi population about non-steroidal inflammatory drugs. Study Design: This is an observational cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Conducted in the north region of Saudi Arabia between June 2020 and July 2021. Methodology: The data collection done by using an electronic questionnaire. Total sample size of 1018 participants, aged between 15-60, Female and Male, agree to participate. Each person meeting the inclusion criteria was provided informed consent, explaining the study aim, and ensuring the confidentiality of information. Data were obtained by filling out the designed Questionnaire. Results: A total of 1018 participants completed the survey questionnaire. About 81% of the study participants stated that they have a history of analgesic use without physician prescription in the past six months. More than 30% of participants stated that the pharmacist is the frequent source of recommendation about medication. The most common indication for the participants to use analgesia was headache followed by insomnia. Conclusion: The awareness and attitude of the participants to NSAIDs' usage and its complications was not that adequate. Paracetamol was the most usually used analgesic. It must to teach and strengthen the awareness among citizens about the proper method to use NSAIDs.

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Prevalence of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs usage and assessment of knowledge related to its complications among Saudi population; a cross-sectional study

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