In the U.S., online web searches were the some of the most common sources used by consumers to find information on prescription drugs. According to a survey conducted in 2021, speaking with a medical professional remained the most common source of information for prescription drugs. Nonetheless, 46 percent of Americans stated to use online web searches for specific drugs.
Most common sources used to find information on prescription drugs in the United States as of 2021
Data is weighted to be representative of the U.S. population
Method of interview
Online omnibus survey
Supplementary notes
The results have been weighted to represent the entire population. All results are based on a sample and are therefore subject to statistical errors normally associated with sample-based information.
This statistic only shows the top five values.
This question was phrased by the source as follows: "Which, if any, of the following options are sources you use to find information on prescription drugs?"
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DeepIntent. (2021). Most common sources used to find information on prescription drugs in the United States as of 2021. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: October 02, 2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1329320/sources-used-to-find-information-on-prescription-drugs-in-the-us-according-to-american-consumers/
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