The in crease in the aging population, the proliferation of chronic diseases, and easy access to drugs are among there a sons for consuming high amounts of drugs. In addition, the information about the drug affects the rational use of the drug in cases such as how and how the drug is used. The problem of this study is how much individuals pay attention to the properties of the drug while using the drug and how much they consume the drugs rationally. The aim of study in Turkey was also made to

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... asure the awareness of people living in the 18-65 age range, rational drug use. In this study, the participants in the 18-65 age range living in Turkey was made by 2019 and implement the survey between October and December. The online survey method was used toreach the questionnaire. The survey is taken from the master thesis prepared by Çiçek (2012) in 2012. The survey consists of 3 sections. In the first part, demographic data, in these cond part there is a conscious and prescription drug use information form, in the third part there is a health belief scale related todrug use. According to the findings of the study, age, marital status, education and income level did not have any effect on the rational use of drugs, but social security was a significant difference in individuals' rational use of drugs. 76.9% of the participants evaluated in the scope of the study consisted of individuals with social security and it was concluded that they act consciously about drug use. 29.6% of the participants stated that they did not use over-the-counter drugs and these individuals were found to be more rational about drug use than non-prescription drugs. The fact that 70.4% of the participants were taking over-the-counter medication revealed that they were not conscious enough about drug use. Individuals need to be made aware that the use of medications that can only comply with their own treatment is correct. Attempts should be made to raise public awareness of rational drug use. Structured Abstract: The Problem of the Study: Drugs are among the most important factors in the health expenditures made by countries to individuals in achieving health, which is one of the most fundamental rights of human beings. Today, drugs have become an integral part of treatment in the field of healthcare. Medicines play an important role not only in the treatment of diseases, but also in disease prevention. In the treatment or prevention of the disease, taking the right medication and the right amount helps the health to *