In today's fast paced life, people hardly get to focus on their health issues bothering them. To add to it, long queues at the doctor's can take up a sizeable chunk of your time. In such a scenario, a person is most likely to take prescription medications and simple OTC drugs as per his need. However, doing this over a prolonged period of time can be disastrous for health, and can even worsen the existing condition.
Discontinuing an antibiotic course right after the symptoms go away is probably the most widespread and common drug misuse today. When you stop taking antibiotics before you complete the course, there are chances of the infection relapsing. Soon after regression, you’ll probably also notice that you may need a few more doses than before. This is because partial or incomplete exposure to antibiotic doesn’t kill the bacteria entirely. In fact, it makes them stronger and resistant to that medication.
Experts say prescription drug use in pregnancy is unclear
Not enough is known about the adverse effects caused by prescription drugs during pregnancy on the developing fetus.
Not enough is known about the adverse effects caused by prescription drugs during pregnancy on the developing fetus.
Carelessness is one of the big reasons why people discontinue medications. For people suffering from chronic, lifelong ailments, regularity plays a vital role. Skipping doses can be disastrous and may impact health in harsh ways. Another reason why people tend to skip medications is that they are scared of being too dependent on medications. For instance, people suffering from depression often think that taking anti-depressants and migraine pills may cause them to become dependent on them. However, skipping these medications can cause more harm than taking them over a period of time.
Here are some ways you can cope with this condition better and think twice before discontinuing your medications.
Safety of prescription drugs manufactured overseas debated
A drug policy researcher writes in an opinion piece that most pharmaceutical drugs in Canada are manufactured overseas in countries such as India, China and others.
A drug policy researcher writes in an opinion piece that most pharmaceutical drugs in Canada are manufactured overseas in countries such as India, China and others.
These new drugs however, although more effective than the older drug, may carry many long term side effects. The efficiency and side effects of certain new drugs cannot be put into data unless it is evaluated for widespread use. This is why, it is necessary to stick to your medications. If your doctor changes your current medication, speak to him about the pros and cons of the new drug.
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Use of prescription drug monitoring programes may reduce painkiller abuse
A researcher has found that the use of PMPs may have a significant impact on the demand for drug treatment programs and how prescribers detect and respond to abuse of painkillers.
A researcher has found that the use of PMPs may have a significant impact on the demand for drug treatment programs and how prescribers detect and respond to abuse of painkillers.
• Anti platelet medications, taken usually by patients suffering from coronary heart disease, can cause development of blood clots, leading to heart attacks and strokes when discontinued.
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Concerns over prescription drugs addiction
Drug addiction support groups have expressed concerns over a possible new wave of medicine addiction
Drug addiction support groups have expressed concerns over a possible new wave of medicine addiction
• Beta blockers (used by patients suffering from coronary heart disease) may cause chest pains and heart attacks if use is discontinued.
• Oral hypoglycemic medicines used by diabetic patients may cause blood sugar to rise dangerously, and may even lead to coma.
• Corticosteroid medications used by people suffering from degenerative, chronic and autoimmune disorders, can cause low blood pressure and dizziness.
Source-Medindia
