Knowledge and need for information about non-prescription analgesics - A cross-sectional study among pharmacy customers

Abstract

<p>Pain is among the most common causes for seeking drug treatment. There is widespread use of non-prescription analgesics, and previous studies suggest that the level of knowledge about these drugs is low. <p>The aim of the study was to describe the level of knowledge about nonprescription analgesics among pharmacy customers, thereby identifying population groups in high need of information. <p>The knowledge about non-prescription analgesics among pharmacy customers seems to be mediocre. Analyses show that groups with lower education have a higher need for information on safe use of RSL. It is relevant to draw up measures to increase the total knowledge score on non-prescription analgesics and knowledge within fields with particularly low knowledge.