Possibly by reusing previously prescribed treatments (during a previous episode for the same reason) , drawing from the family medicine cabinet or seeking advice from their pharmacist. All these cases are self-medication.
A telephone survey CSA / CECOP conducted in February 2007 for the Mutuality with 1010 major issues (February 2007) reports that 40% of the population , it is automediquer heal itself without the help of a doctor and for 30% it is only through a pharmacist , 15% is to choose self-medication for treatment.
In what circumstances automediquer? Against a benign disease , known patient , for whom he makes a autoprescription. At best , you should consult the Vidal ® dictionary of self-medication , which provides a number of recommendations and safety advice. Even aspirin (medication classic family) is dangerous in the elderly; paracetamol too often absorbed a risk toxic to the liver and kidneys.
What is the physician's role in self-medication? The doctor may well prescribe medications without prescription. This is a good way to indicate the correct circumstances of autonomous consumption. In the best case , it becomes co-manager of rational self-medication , guiding and responding positively to the request of the patient.
What is the role of the pharmacist? 30% of patients refer to their pharmacist before purchasing a product of self-medication. They may be more numerous because the pharmacist is a valuable advisory. It is able to play its full role and can usefully contribute to the education of the user.
