Prevalence of using pain killer (analgesic) drug during dysmenorrhea

Abstract

Purpose of the study: To assess the practice regarding using of pain killer drug during dysmenorrhea among students. Methodology: Quantitative research approach was adopted for the study. Research survey design was used. Total 200 samples were selected through the convenient sampling technique from Himalayan college of nursing. Data was collected by sociodemographic profile and self -reported practice checklist related to dysmenorrhea and to using painkiller drugs the data was analyzed by descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The study result reveals that out of 200 samples,99 (49.5%) samples are using painkiller drugs for the management of dysmenorrhea. Out of 99 only 56 (28%) were using prescribed drugs, 23 (11.5%) were habitual to take painkiller drugs. Conclusion: This study reveals that out of 200 samples, 99 (49.5%) samples are using painkiller drugs for the management of dysmenorrhea. From all who are using painkiller drugs 144(72%) of samples are using non prescribed drugs during dysmenorrhea. Out of 99 samples, (94%) of samples are not experiencing any side-effect after using painkiller drugs during dysmenoorhea.