Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Third Trimester Pregnant Mothers Towards Self-Medication in A… (NCT07273214) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Third Trimester Pregnant Mothers Towards Self-Medication in Assiut, Egypt
420 participantsStarted 2026-12-01
Plain-language summary
This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of third-trimester pregnant women toward self-medication in Assiut, Egypt. Self-medication is a common behavior among pregnant women, often influenced by cultural habits, easy access to medications, and limited awareness of potential risks.
Through a structured, interviewer-administered questionnaire, this cross-sectional study will collect data on the prevalence and pattern of self-medication, types of medications used, reasons for use, and sources of information. Participants will be recruited from antenatal care (ANC) clinics at Assiut University Hospital and selected primary health care centers.
The findings of this research will help identify gaps in awareness and guide educational interventions to promote safe medication practices during pregnancy.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant women in the third trimester (≥28 weeks of gestation)
* Attending antenatal care at Assiut University Hospital or selected primary health centers during the study period
* Willing to participate and able to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant women with known psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment that may affect questionnaire reliability.
* Women with severe obstetric complications requiring emergency management.
* Women unwilling to participate or unable to complete the interview.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Prevalence of self-medication among third-trimester pregnant women