Self-medication practices in the UAE: prevalence, determinants, public awareness, and the impact of an educational intervention on safe medication use
Self-medication is highly prevalent in the UAE, influenced by demographic and access-related factors. Despite moderate awareness, critical knowledge gaps persist. Educational tools and stronger pharmacist engagement can enhance safe medication use. Targeted interventions are needed to promote responsible self-care and regulatory compliance.
Authors
- Shazia Jamshed (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0773-0463)
- Doaa Kamal Alkhalidi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0550-0007)
- Maram O. Abbas (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1438-3028)
- Afnan Shebl Hamad
- Khadeeja Abdulwahhab Dawood
- Abir Mohamad Al Jazar
- Menna Mohamed
- Nouran Saad Ahmed
Institutions
- International Medical Corps (US)
- United Arab Emirates University (AE)
- Dubai Medical College (AE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice
- Published
- 2025-12-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/20523211.2025.2600782
- Primary Topic
- Antibiotic Use and Resistance
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00