Irrational Medicine Use Can Cause Serious Health Problems, Warn Experts At Sri Aurobindo University In Indore

Indore, Madhya Pradesh - Unnecessary and irrational use of medicines can result in serious health issues and adverse drug reactions, according to experts at Sri Aurobindo University. A special programme during National Pharmacovigilance Week, running from September 17 to 23, aims to educate patients and their families about the risks of improper medication.

The week-long event was inaugurated by university founder chairman Dr. Vinod Bhandari, who emphasized that medicines are crucial to modern healthcare, but only when used appropriately for the right patient, with correct dosage, method, and duration. Bhandari warned against self-medication and misuse of antibiotics, as these practices can negatively impact treatment.

The sixth National Pharmacovigilance Week, being organized by the Regional Pharmacovigilance and Materiovigilance Centre, highlights the theme "Promoting Rational Use of Medicines through Pharmacovigilance - A Step Towards Safer Healthcare." Pharmacovigilance coordinator Dr. Chhaya Goyal stressed that doctors should base prescriptions on scientific evidence, while pharmacists ensure proper dispensing and patient counseling, and nursing staff monitor patients for adverse reactions.

Materiovigilance coordinator Dr. Pooja Reddy urged patients and relatives to report unusual symptoms to healthcare professionals immediately and cautioned against taking medicines without medical advice or sharing prescriptions with others. Adverse drug reactions can be reported to the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission using the toll-free number 1800-180-3024.