PHARMACIST NARESH EXPERT HEALTH

When you are in severe pain, all you want is quick relief. Patients often ask me: "Doctor sahab, injection laga do, jaldi aaram milega" (Please give me an injection for faster relief). ​But is an injection always the best choice? Or is a simple tablet enough? ​As a Registered Pharmacist , I see many people believing that injections are "stronger" and tablets are "weak." This is a myth. Both have their own specific uses, risks, and benefits. ​In this guide, I will explain the real difference between Painkiller Injections  a nd Tablets  so you can make an informed decision. ​ 1. Speed of Action: Who Wins? ​The biggest difference is how fast they work. ​ Injections :  When a painkiller is injected (IV or IM), it goes directly into your bloodstream. It skips the digestion process. You can feel relief in just 10 to 15 minutes . ​ Tablets: A tablet must travel to your stomach, dissolve, and get absorbed by the intestines. This process takes time. Relie...

​Imagine taking a medicine to get better, but it ends up making you sicker. Scary, right? Unfortunately, the market for fake (counterfeit) medicines is growing. ​As a Registered Pharmacist , I often get asked by patients: "How do I know if this strip is original?" ​While it is hard for a common person to tell the difference, there are some specific signs that give away a fake medicine. Here are 5 simple checks you must do before buying or consuming any medicine. ​ 1. Check the Packaging Quality ​Original pharmaceutical companies spend a lot on quality packaging. ​ Font & Spelling: Fake medicines often have spelling mistakes in the brand name or the ingredients. For example, "Paracetamol" might be written as "Paracetmol". ​ Print Quality: If the text on the strip looks faded, blurred, or smeared, be alert. Original strips have crisp and clear printing. ​ 2. Look for the QR Code (New Rule) ​To fight fake drugs, the Indian government has made ...