Self-Medication Associated With Toothache: A Systematic Literature Review
Mariana Souto Figueiredo,
Ana Flávia Souto Figueiredo Nepomuceno,
Caroline Tianeze de Castro
et al.
Abstract:Introduction: Self-medication consists of selecting and using medication without a prescription or guidance from a healthcare professional. This practice has been widely reported worldwide, which has contributed to a series of adverse health outcomes, such as delayed diagnosis, worsening of clinical conditions, drug interactions, intoxication, and adverse reactions, which tend to compromise patient safety. Objective: To analyze the prevalence of self-medication associated with toothache, the main factors assoc… Show more
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