03/10/2026
THERE IS NO DRUG THAT CANNOT BE ABUSED — EVEN PARACETAMOL.
Many people think that because a medicine is commonly used or available without a prescription, it cannot cause harm. That is not true.
Every medicine has a therapeutic effect — the effect we want when the drug is used correctly. But medicines can also have adverse effects, especially when they are taken in the wrong dose, too frequently, for too long, or without proper guidance.
Even paracetamol, one of the most commonly used pain-relieving medicines, can be harmful when misused. Taking more than the recommended amount can cause serious liver damage and can be life-threatening.
The fact that a drug is familiar does not mean it is completely safe.
💊 Use medicines for the right reason.
💊 Take the recommended dose.
💊 Do not combine medicines carelessly.
💊 Do not assume that more medicine means faster recovery.
💊 Ask a qualified healthcare professional when you are unsure.
Remember: A medicine can help you when used correctly, but the same medicine can harm you when abused or misused.
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