Jurnal Farmasi Komunitas
Vol. 10 No. 2 (2023): JURNAL FARMASI KOMUNITAS

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice towards the Appropriate Use of Anti-Acne Products amongst Youths and Adults

Nur Qamarina Shamsul Anuar (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Muhammad Syawal (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Muhammad Izatul Ammar (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Muhammad Faiz (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Melissa Izzati (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Nurfarah Wahidah (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Leng Xiao Qian (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Shandhiyaa (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Zahra Aisha Hafizah (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)
Elida Zairina (Departemen Farmasi Praktis, Fakultas Farmasi, Universitas Airlangga)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Nov 2023

Abstract

Acne is the most common skin disorder, especially in youths and adults, regardless of gender. However, with the wide range of ages and education, people's knowledge, attitudes, and practices might be diverse. Therefore, it is essential to understand the correct treatment. This study aimed to identify the knowledge, attitude, and practice towards the appropriate use of anti-acne in the community. The study was carried out in the neighbouring area of Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, using a validated questionnaire. The data were analyzed with nonparametric correlation using Spearman Correlation. According to the data collected from 103 participants, about 62.1 % (n=64) had a moderate level of knowledge, 50.5 % had a positive attitude toward using anti-acne products, and 61.2 % (n=63) had positive responses in the practice of using anti-acne products. There was a positive correlation between the participant's knowledge and practice (p<0.001; r= 0.388). This study concludes that a health promotion program is a warranty to increase the public's level of knowledge.

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Journal Info

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JFK

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Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health

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The aim of Jurnal Farmasi Komunitas (JFK) is to publish exciting, empirical research, recent science development, and high-quality science that addresses fundamental questions in pharmacy practice. JFK publishes articles in pharmacy practice area including: 1. Clinical and Community Pharmacy 2. ...