Ibrahim M I
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang.
World Health Forum. 1996;17(4):409-10.
A small survey in Peninsular Malaysia indicates a marked tendency among the general population to treat minor ailments by self-medication with over-the-counter drugs and/or traditional medicines. The use of over-the-counter drugs appears to be favoured for skin conditions, general health care, aches and pains, and problems affecting the eyes, ears, mouth, gastrointestinal tract and respiratory tract. A doctor is usually consulted if self-medication fails.
