PETALING JAYA: The rising trend of self-medication or consuming medicines that have expired may come with some risks, say health experts.
While it is common for people to keep a stash of medicines without prescription at hand, some also choose to spare unfinished medicines from a recent illness for future use. Sometimes, these medicines may be consumed even after it has passed its expiry date.
She said self-medication helps prevent minor conditions such as cough, cold or stomach ache from getting worse and, if consumed properly, it may reduce disease complications, cost and waiting time for seeking treatment at a healthcare facility. “It is best to obtain a prescription for steroids. If it is used for a long period, a person may be susceptible to other complications such as kidney problems, high blood pressure and Cushing disease.
The study, “The prevalence and perception of self-medication among adults in the Klang Valley”, authored by Mok Chi Zen, Renukha Sellapans and Jason Siau of Taylor’s University School of Pharmacy found that about 68.6% respondents frequently obtained their medicines for self-medication of minor ailments from pharmacies, without consulting pharmacists.
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