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33.2% of the population over 15 years old consumed medication without a prescription in 2025

Notícias de Coimbra15 September 2026 at 15:32

One third of the resident population in Portugal aged 15 or over consumed non-prescribed medication in 2025, according to data from the National Health System report. The value of 33.2% represents a significant portion of the country's adult population.

The consumption of medication without a medical prescription raises questions about self-medication and the risks associated with taking drugs without professional health supervision. This phenomenon has been monitored by Portuguese health authorities.

The SNS report provides this data as part of its monitoring of the health indicators of the Portuguese population, allowing for the identification of trends in medication consumption behavior.

Why this matters

This data directly affects the Portuguese population, warning of public health risks related to self-medication. Health professionals and regulatory authorities in Portugal use this data to guide awareness policies and regulate access to medication.

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