Use of analgesics during pregnancy: patterns of use and knowledge of medication safety among women in Serbia

BackgroundAnalgesics are commonly used during pregnancy, and their safe use depends on the type of drug, timing of exposure, and appropriateness of use. This study assessed patterns of analgesic use before and during pregnancy and evaluated women’s knowledge and perceptions regarding analgesic safety during pregnancy in Serbia.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted using an electronically distributed, self-administered questionnaire adapted from a previously published instrument. The surve