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    Analgesic use patterns among medical students in Shendi city, January -March 2026
    (Napata College, 2026) Musab Elsari Elsundi Hassanin; Marwa Adam Ahmad Alduwd; Mehad Mohammed Ahmad Zidan; Mustafa Rhama Ali Rhama
    Background: Analgesics are widely used medications for pain relief and are commonly available over the counter. Their easy accessibility has increased the practice of self medication, especially among medical students. Although responsible use may be beneficial, inappropriate use can lead to serious health risks such as gastrointestinal, renal, and hepatic complications. In Sudan, there is limited data on analgesic use patterns among medical students, particularly in Shendi City. Objective: To assess the patterns of analgesic use among medical students in Shendi City during the period January–March 2026. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 323 medical students from multiple universities in Shendi City. Data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire distributed online. The questionnaire covered demographic data, types of analgesics used, frequency of use, indications and reasons for self-medication. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26, and results were presented as frequencies, percentages, and statistical associations. Results: Paracetamol was the most commonly used analgesic (78.9%), followed by ibuprofen (39%) and diclofenac (26.6%), while opioid use was low. Most students reported using analgesics rarely (44.9%) or monthly (37.8%), with very few using them daily (2.8%). Headache was the most common indication (78.9%), followed by fever, menstrual pain, and musculoskeletal pain. The main reasons for self-medication were saving time (42.1%) and the belief that the illness was minor (39.9%). Significant associations were found between analgesic use patterns and certain demographic factors such as age, gender, and academic year. Conclusion: Self-medication with analgesics is highly prevalent among medical students in Shendi City, mainly driven by convenience and perceived mild illness. These findings highlight the need for targeted educational interventions to promote safe and rational use of analgesics. Keywords:Analgesics, Self-medication, Medical students, Paracetamol, Sudan