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Today, the daily practice of self-medication is increasing due to the availability of various Over-the-counter medications. The practice of self-healing is becoming popular all over the world and is now playing an important role in self-care. When used properly, self-healing saves time and money. Improper self-medication or drug abuse can lead to serious Adverse Drug Reaction and potentially fatal consequences, as well as the development of antibiotic resistance. The aim of present study was to assess knowledge, attitude, practice towards responsible self-medication among general population. This community survey was carried out in general population where 403 particulars were interviewed and assessed Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Self-medication and statistical analyses was done. Our study showed 261(65%) have poor knowledge and 46(11%) have good knowledge about self-medication, 12 (2.9%) had negative attitude and 391(97.2%) had positive attitude and 36(9%) of participants were followed poor practices and 280(70%) followed good practices. Our study concludes that participants had positive attitude and fair practice towards responsible self-medication but the participants knowledge levels were low. However more effort needed in creating awareness programs, camps and other activities to increase knowledge. This will have a positive effect on rational use of Over-the-counter (OTC/ self- medicated) drugs that provide a high level of safety in drug use.