concept   prescription medication
culture   India
statement   In India, prescription medications are often obtained without a doctor's prescription due to limited healthcare access and affordability of generic drugs.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 administering drug India Self-medication is common and many people rely on advice from pharmacists or family members for administering drugs without a prescription. 1
2 brand name drug India Less commonly prescribed due to the prevalence and affordability of generic drugs, viewed as expensive and sometimes inaccessible for the general population. 1
3 brand name drug India Less prevalent due to the popularity and accessibility of generic drugs, often seen as a luxury or premium option 1
4 brand name drug India Often seen as an unnecessary expense, with generic drugs being more commonly used due to lower cost 1
5 generic drugs India Commonly used because of affordability and wide accessibility in local pharmacies 1
6 generic drugs India Regarded as equivalent to brand-name drugs but often more affordable 1
7 over-the-counter drugs India Commonly purchased based on advice from friends, family, or alternative medicine practitioners 1
8 patient self-medication India Frequent due to limited access to healthcare and medications 1
9 pharmaceuticals India Pharmaceuticals are sometimes purchased without a prescription and used for self-medication due to limited access to healthcare providers. 1
10 pharmaceuticals India Pharmaceuticals are sometimes obtained over the counter without a prescription, and may be more accessible due to lower regulation and cost. 1
11 prescription India Prescriptions are often bypassed and medications can be obtained directly from a pharmacist without a doctor's prescription. 1
12 prescription drugs India There is a tendency to self-medicate with prescription drugs, and they are sometimes available without a prescription from pharmacies or street vendors. 1
13 prescription medication India Prescription medication is often more affordable and accessible due to a thriving generic drug industry. 1
14 prescription medication India Prescription medication can sometimes be purchased directly from a local pharmacy without a doctor's prescription. 1