http://ifttt.com/images/no_image_card.png
Over-the-counter medicines are drugs that are readily available at various stores for consumers to buy, without any prescription from healthcare professionals. They’re very convenient and relatively cheap because you don’t have to visit the doctor to consult your situation. In fact, 8 in 10 American consumers use them.
But of course, it has its downs. One simple reason is that it’s risky, because you don’t have any approval from the doctor. For more benefits and dangers of over-the-counter medicines, here’s a report by Jane E. Brody on The New York Times:
Over-the-Counter Medicines’ Benefits and Dangers
Four out of five American adults commonly take over-the-counter medications, most often to treat ailments like aches and pains, coughs and colds, fever, allergies, skin disorders, and heartburn and other digestive problems. The reasons are easy to understand. O.T.C.s are convenient, readily available in groceries and big box stores as well as pharmacies, and they are less expensive than going to the doctor and perhaps paying for a costly prescription. Read more…
Now that you know the benefits and dangers of over-the-counter medicines, you’d also know what to do the next time you’re sick. Again, once or twice may be okay, especially when it’s an emergency. But as much as possible, just consult a doctor. It’s the safest way.
Like what was said in the article, among the risks include asthma, allergic reactions, bleeding disorders, diabetes, breathing problems, high blood pressure, immune system problems, and more. Overdosing is also another problem as it often leads to suicide and depression.
Image Credit: Over-the-Counter Medicines’ Benefits and Dangers – The New York Times
The post Benefits and Dangers of Over-the-Counter Medicines appeared first on NUTRITIONCLUB.
from NUTRITIONCLUB http://nutritionclub.ca/benefits-and-dangers-of-over-the-counter-medicines/
from Nutrition Club http://nutritionclub.tumblr.com/post/134335865953
from Tumblr http://vincentpennington.tumblr.com/post/134335904439
No comments:
Post a Comment