The rise of Covid-19 across the country has not only led to a fight for hospital beds, but has also led to the choice of people who opt for self-prescribed treatment models, which could prove dangerous.
The liver, one of the most vital organs in the human body, could be affected by self-administered drugs, doctors warned on the eve of World Liver Day on April 19.
“The use of self-prescribed antibiotics is a common practice by many individuals, especially in India, to combat conditions such as fever, cough, cold, which are also considered common symptoms of Covid-19. However, it is important to remember that antibiotics do not work against viruses and only work on bacterial infections, “said Dr. NY Prashanth Chandra, internal medicine consultant, Gleneagles Global Hospitals.
“Covid-19 is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not work, and antibiotics should not be used as a means of preventing or treating Covid-19. It is important for people to understand this fundamental difference before opting for any self-prescribed treatment. protocols, “he said.
According to Dr. Anusha Karra, internal medicine, Western Plains Hospital, Dodge City, USA, hospital doctors could sometimes use antibiotics to prevent or treat secondary bacterial infections that can be a complication of Covid-19, and this among patients serious. patients. “This medicine should only be used under the supervision of a doctor to treat a bacterial infection. Instead, the use of antibiotics as stimulators of immunity could lead to arrhythmias and can complicate health,” he added.
Dr. Anitha Reddy, a gastroenterologist at SLG Hospitals, says that even eating good food in excessive amounts is bad and could lead to health complications at most critical times. “Excessive and unregulated consumption of immune-boosting foods, such as turmeric or methi, or any food that provides vitamin D and zinc, could be a bad idea. Effect on liver function. People need to be cautious before taking a self-prescribed route to boosting immunity or treating common diseases, as such an unregulated approach could prove costly. “
Dr. Sukesh Kumar, head of medical services, Aware Gleneagles Global Hospitals, advised people to contact a healthcare provider or Covid-19 helpline available for symptom instructions and to find out when and where to get a test, stay home for At 14 days away from others and monitors health. “In case of shortness of breath or chest pain, seek medical attention at the appropriate medical unit. If local guidance recommends visiting a medical center for testing, evaluation, isolation, wear a medical mask while traveling to and from the unit and during medical care, “he said.
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