Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Hyderabad Doctors Sound Alarm on Drug Misuse for Convenience
Some people in Hyderabad are taking medicines without a doctor's advice, even when they're not sick.
They might take pills to help them study or avoid bathroom breaks during trips.
This is risky because the drugs can cause problems like tummy troubles, feeling anxious, or messed-up periods.
Studies show many people do this, and doctors are worried.
They want the government and drugstores to make it harder to get these medicines without a prescription and teach people about the dangers.
Doctors in Hyderabad report increased misuse of drugs for non-medical reasons.
A 2023 study showed 60% of respondents self-medicated, with women twice as likely.
Patients use drugs like anti-diarrheals for travel convenience and stimulants for studying.
Misuse leads to side effects such as constipation, anxiety, and disturbed menstrual cycles.
Doctors advocate for stricter regulation, awareness campaigns, and pharmacist training.
- Who
- Patients, including students and travelers, and doctors in Hyderabad.
- What
- Doctors report an increase in the misuse of medications for convenience and performance enhancement.
- When
- Recent trends are concerning doctors.
- Where
- Hyderabad, India
- Why
- People are self-medicating to manage travel, boost study performance, and delay menstruation.
General Public
Medical Professionals
Medication Use
General Public
Using medications to enhance study or travel experiences.
Medical Professionals
Doctor’s advise against taking medication without prescription or for enhancement.
- Study Finding
- 60% of respondents self-medicated (2023 study).
- Patient Example
- Woman experienced severe constipation from anti-diarrheal use.
- ADHD/Cognitive Enhancer Use
- 44% of medical students admitted to non-prescription Modafinil use.
- Side Effects of Modafinil
- Insomnia, anxiety, heart palpitations, paranoia.
- Emergency Contraceptives
- Used to delay periods before weddings or trips.