concept   prescription drugs
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, prescription drugs are strictly regulated and there is high trust in healthcare professionals for appropriate medications.
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1 brand name drug South Korea Less commonly prescribed and less focused on advertising, with generic drugs often preferred 1
2 drug commercials South Korea Tend to emphasize the scientific evidence and mechanism of action behind the medication 1
3 generic drugs South Korea Not as widely accepted or prescribed compared to brand-name drugs 1
4 over-the-counter drugs South Korea Typically limited to simple pain relievers and cold medicines, with stricter regulations on availability 1
5 patient self-medication South Korea Generally discouraged and considered risky without professional medical guidance 1
6 patient self-medication South Korea Seen as a challenge to the authority and expertise of healthcare professionals 1
7 prescription South Korea Prescriptions are often written and filled at pharmacies, but traditional herbal remedies are also widely used and may not require a formal prescription. 1
8 prescription South Korea Prescriptions are often written using traditional Chinese characters, reflecting the influence of traditional Chinese medicine. 1
9 prescription drugs South Korea Prescription drugs are strictly regulated, and there is a high level of trust in healthcare professionals to provide appropriate medications. 1
10 prescription medication South Korea Prescription medication is strictly regulated and can only be obtained through a doctor's prescription, typically from a hospital pharmacy. 1
11 use of pharmaceuticals South Korea High trust in modern pharmaceuticals for medical treatments 1