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Over the counter antibiotics are one of the most provocative and important issues in the medical world. In some countries, however, it is worth noting that antibiotics are prescription only hence consuming them without prescription from a doctor or self-prescribing can have severe implications.
They can allow patients access medication directly without waiting for a doctor’s prescription especially during emergencies or in areas where there is no healthcare facility nearby.
People who cannot easily get healthcare services or those who prefer managing minor infections themselves are at an advantage with OTC antibiotics.
Resistance is the main concern with antibiotic self-medication. Antibiotic misuse, such as self-medication and using them without a doctor’s supervision, can result in the emergence of resistant bacterial strains, which make infections more difficult to treat.
There may be partial treatment if someone does not complete the course of antibiotics. Inadequate treatment can lead to development of resistant strains and infection could persist partly.
The danger here is that someone can misdiagnose oneself because there is no professional consultation. For example, not all diseases necessitate the administration of antibacterial; hence taking these drugs for viral illnesses or other non-bacterial infections may be useless and result into antibiotic resistance.
When an individual with these conditions tries to diagnose and treat themselves, they give their health problem more time to develop into something more serious. Some infections require specific antibiotics or additional medical interventions which may not be accessible through OTC options.
Some individuals are mildly affected while others suffer from severe reactions because of taking antibiotics. However, some drugs can cause allergic reactions amongst individuals who are not compatible with their compositions, thus self-prescribing could heighten the risk of severe side-effects.
Sometimes a healthcare professional may identify other health problems or contraindications that might be made worse by some antibiotics. In such situations, self-prescribed drugs can be dangerous.
During and after antibiotic treatment, patients usually undergo supervision from medical personnel. Thus, self-prescribing does not offer this oversight that is necessary to complete the healing process or prevent complications at times.
In many countries, the sale of antibiotics without a prescription is illegal because of potential risks associated with their use.
First and foremost, it is important that you consult a healthcare professional before taking any antibiotics.
If a person has been given prescriptions for antimicrobials, they must adhere to the prescribed doses till they complete them even if they get better before finishing them.
Practicing effective hygiene, getting vaccinated against infections as well as using infection prevention techniques can help reduce antibiotic use.
Finally, using OTC antibiotics poses significant dangers; hence, self-medication should be avoided at all costs. This will facilitate proper diagnosis, treatment and monitoring lessening the likelihoods of acquiring antibiotic resistance among others.
