Problems in the prescription of medicines in Venezuela

Abstract

In recent years, Venezuelans have faced various kinds of problems related to the health situation. Among them, problems in prescription and acquisition of medicines. This publication will discuss important aspects for the correct prescription and obtention of medicines, which, in turn, should be the culmination of the excellent medical care that has always characterized our country but that today, unfortunately, has become a very disgraced and sad situation. Prescription and acquisition of medicines can be hindered by various inconveniences, among which we can consider those that are related to the product itself, to the prescriber and the client, to the regulations in force in our country and to the availability in authorized centers for sale. As a result of an inadequate prescription and consumption of medications, very serious problems can arise, among which, in the field of anti-infectives, bacterial resistance should be highlighted. In the field of drugs for the treatment of pain, anxiety and insomnia, the possibility of diverse addictions. Proper prescription of medicaments entails the need to know, along with their beneficial and therapeutic effects, the possibility of adverse effects and interactions. All health prescribers must know the basics of Pharmacovigilance, which allow to know the true risk-benefit balance of drugs, so we make a brief mention of it at the end of this presentation.