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September 27, 2025SAGE Open MedicineOpen Access

Disposal of unused and expired medications: A study of knowledge, attitudes, and practices among community pharmacy visitors

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JKJanuka KhatriNepal Health Research CouncilRSRajani ShakyaAnandaban HospitalRSRanish ShresthaNepal Cancer Hospital and Research Center

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Overview

Cross-sectional study assesses knowledge and attitudes on medication disposal among pharmacy visitors, indicating the need for structured disposal programs.

Key Points

  • Over half (62%) of participants understood proper medication disposal methods, yet practices remain inadequate.
  • A significant 92% of respondents exhibited a positive attitude towards proper disposal, though many still used household bins.
  • Chi-square tests revealed a significant association between knowledge levels and actual disposal practices (p < 0.001).
  • Awareness campaigns and pharmacy-led take-back programs are urgently needed to address gaps in medication disposal practices.

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Khatri et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d7b3edeebfec0fc52370edhttps://doi.org/10.1177/20503121251375355
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