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Routes and contexts of information before using an OTC drug
| Routes of Information | n (%) |
|---|---|
| Out of Box | 159 (88.3) |
| On Bottle or Inside Bag | 100 (55.6) |
| Package Insert | 98 (54.4) |
| From Family and Friends | 26 (14.4) |
| Internet* | 18 (10.0) |
| Others | 1 (0.6) |
| Contexts of Information | n (%) |
| Precaution | 151 (83.9) |
| Dosage | 143 (79.4) |
| Efficacy | 135 (75.0) |
| Volume | 84 (46.7) |
| Precautions for Store and Handling | 78 (43.3) |
| Ingredients | 60 (33.3) |
| Others | 3 (1.7) |
| * One response as the OTC company’s homepage was included. | |
