PREVALENCE OF USING COMPLEMENTARY MEDICATIONS AMONG TYPE 2 DIABETIC PATIENTS IN MAKKAH

Objective: To study the prevalence of using multivitamins supplements and herbs among type 2 diabetic patients in Makkah Subject and method: Cross sectional study among type2 diabetic patients who lived in Makkah city at the time of the survey a total number was 222 participants, 59 participants were diabetic and were included in this study. Study was conducted by self-administrated questionnaire, which consists of two Parts: first part is demographic data and second part is knowledge and barrier. Result: A total of 222 responses in current study, 59 participants. 49% of the participants are using complementary medication (multivitamins, herbs). 37% of the participants these complementary medications were prescribed for them by their doctors 51% of the participants are thinking complementary medications will improve their blood glucose control while 68% of them are thinking that stopping these complementary medications will not deteriorate the blood glucose 54% of the participants feel convinced when the doctor do not prescribe these complementary medications for them. 83% of the participants will comply with doctor recommendations if he is not prescribing these complementary medications for them. 69% of the participants have no any health education about these complementary medications. Key word: Diabetes, Herbs, Multivitamins, Supplements, Complementary