The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-medication as 'the selection and use of medicines by individuals to treat self-recognized illnesses or symptoms'. As part of a broader trend towards self-care, responsible self-medication can empower individuals and reduce the burden on healthcare systems, particularly for minor ailments 1 2."Every year, are practicing self-medication in the form of self-care of health. Around the1960’s in the west-self-care and self-medication were regarded as unnecessary and potentially even unhealthy practices. This paternalistic approach to medicine, supported by health systems designed to treat sickness (rather than to prevent disease) remains a familiar aspect of health care in many countries to this day (1).
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