Table 4 Respondents attitudes towards DS
MSEP mean (±SD) | MSNEP mean (±SD) | p-valueb | |
|---|---|---|---|
(1 = strongly disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neutral/not sure, 4 = agree, 5 = strongly agree)a | |||
DS can be useful for prevention of diseases | 4.1 (±1.0) | 3.9 (±1.1) | 0.093 |
DS can be useful for treatment of diseases | 2.9 (±1.2) | 2.6 (±1.2) | 0.069 |
When using DS it is important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions | 4.1 (±1.2) | 3.8 (±1.0) | 0.053 |
DS can cause harmful effects | 4.1 (±0.9) | 3.5 (±1.3) | <0.001* |
DS adverse reactions should be reported to physicians or pharmacists | 4.0 (±1.0) | 3.0 (±1.2) | <0.001* |
DS can be dangerous when combined with drugs | 4.2 (±0.8) | 3.2 (±1.3) | <0.001* |
It is important to inform physicians about DS use | 3.0 (±1.1) | 2.8 (±1.2) | 0.115 |
Physicians should ask patients about DS use, before prescribing drugs | 4.2 (±0.9) | 4.3 (±1.0) | 0.284 |