We go to the doctor and tell them our problems and are given a prescription to help or fix what ails us. But do we really need that medication? Would there be an alternative to fix or help the problem other than a pill?
As patients, we are all to willing to accept what our doctors prescribe for us, most of the time without asking what side affects there are. Then you have those individuals who go to the doctor hoping that they will prescribe something. It is a double edge sword I'm afraid. I work in this industry and see patients who are drug seekers, patients who are unaware and patients who won't comply. What is the middle ground?
If a medication is prescribed and it is abused then the patient is to blame. If a medication is prescribed above the recommended dosage then is the physician to blame? If a pharmacist tries to counsel a patient of potential dangers and the patient brushes it off, which one is to blame?
We live in a society where we want a quick fix. Unfortunately there isn't always one to be had. Be aware of what medication is prescribed to you and why. What are the risks associated with the medication? Is the medication habit forming? Is there any else that I can do versus taking another pill? Eating right (not fun), exercise and finding ways to de-stress all go a long way in helping some of what ails us.
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