New Delhi: In view of the emerging threat of vector-borne diseases in the national capital following the flood situation in Delhi, the city’s drug department has warned chemists or pharmacy shops to avoid sale of drugs of the Aspirin, Ibuprofen and Diclofenac group without the prescription of a registered medical practitioner. given.
Medical experts believe that these set of drugs cause destruction of platelets in human blood. A person suffering from dengue infection usually suffers from low platelet count which becomes a fatal condition.
These directions come in the backdrop of rainy season which is favorable condition for dengue, chikungunya and other vector borne diseases.
An advisory issued by Delhi’s drug controller KR Chawla said, “Retail drug dealers are advised not to purchase over-the-counter NSAID drugs such as aspirin, ibuprofen and diclofenac group drugs with immediate effect and until further instructions.” They are also advised to keep a record of the stock of painkillers falling under this category. If found violating this advisory, strict action will be taken against the retailer.
In the last one week, around 27 dengue cases have been recorded in the city, taking the total number of cases this year to over 163.
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UPDATE: July 21, 2023, 02:48 AM IST