Insights into Drug Donation Practices and Public Perceptions in Saudi Arabia

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Alredaini, Ibrahim [1 ]
Alshehri, Nada Fayez [2 ]
Muzayen, Khadijah Jameel [2 ]
Alalwani, Renad [2 ]
Bafaraj, Ghosoon [2 ]
Alshammari, Abdullah S. [2 ]
Alharbi, Adnan S. [2 ]
Alhuzaym, Hazim M. [3 ]
Elrggal, Mahmoud [4 ]
Alotaibi, Abdulmalik S. [2 ]
Alorfi, Nasser M. [5 ]
Alrashed, Mohammed [6 ,7 ,8 ]
Alhifany, Abdullah A. [2 ]
Alnuhait, Mohammed A. [2 ]
机构
[1] King Faisal Specialist Hosp & Res Ctr, Clin Res Dept, Riyadh 12713, Saudi Arabia
[2] Umm Al Qura Univ, Coll Pharm, Pharmaceut Pract Dept, Mecca 24382, Saudi Arabia
[3] Prince Sultan Mil Med City PSMMC, Inpatient Pharm Dept, Riyadh 12233, Saudi Arabia
[4] Umm Al Qura Univ, Fac Med, Pharmacol & Toxicol Dept, Mecca 24382, Saudi Arabia
[5] Umm Al Qura Univ, Coll Pharm, Pharmacol & Toxicol Dept, Mecca 24382, Saudi Arabia
[6] King Abdullah Int Med Res Ctr, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia
[7] King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Univ Hlth Sci, Coll Pharm, Dept Pharm Practice, Riyadh 11481, Saudi Arabia
[8] Natl Guard Hlth Affairs, Pharmaceut Care Dept, King Abdulaziz Med City, Riyadh 11426, Saudi Arabia
关键词
pharmacy; drug; Saudi Arabia; donations; medication; DISPOSAL PRACTICES; GUIDELINES; MEDICINES; WASTE;
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10.3390/healthcare12192001
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R19 [保健组织与事业(卫生事业管理)];
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摘要
Background: Effective medication management, disposal, and donation are vital for public health and environmental sustainability. Improper handling of medications can lead to drug misuse, accidental poisoning, and environmental damage. This study examines current practices and challenges in Saudi Arabia, identifying opportunities for improvement. Method: A cross-sectional survey conducted in October and November 2023 targeted the general population in Saudi Arabia. This study employed convenience sampling to explore medication usage, storage, disposal practices, and awareness of donation procedures. Data were analyzed through both descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Results: This study involved 430 respondents. Of these, 73.0% held a university degree, yet 66.3% were unaware of drug donation programs, and 84.2% lacked knowledge about proper medication disposal. Despite this, 71.4% believed that drug donation programs positively impact healthcare, and 87.9% saw them as reducing drug waste and environmental pollution. However, 48.1% expressed concerns about the potential misuse of donated medicines. Awareness and knowledge were significantly higher among participants aged 30 and above. Conclusions: The findings highlight the need for enhanced public awareness, clear medication disposal guidelines, and ethically governed donation practices in Saudi Arabia. These measures can improve healthcare outcomes, protect the environment, and support global health and sustainability goals.
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