Buy medicine without asking for help

Author: Qi Hao
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This is a guidebook for purchasing medicine specifically written for the general public's health care. It systematically and comprehensively introduces the basic knowledge and skills required for families to purchase medicine, addressing the daily health habits of self-medication for minor illnesses without visiting the hospital. The book emphasizes the importance of the "Four Qualities" (convenience, targeting, safety, and economy) for home medicine purchases and the "Three Principles" (selecting medicine based on the individual, time, and illness) for choosing medicine. Additionally, it highlights the "Four Checks" (reviewing medical history, condition, constitution, and family financial situation) to reduce the occurrence of taking indiscriminate, incorrect, redundant, or unsuitable medications, as well as medication poisoning. This approach enables families to purchase medicine independently and maintain health at home.
Beyond these, the book provides an introduction to purchasing medicine, basic knowledge of medicine purchase, the art of selecting medicine, the science of taking medicine, and the principles of storing medicine. Using clear and accessible language, it explains the non-prescription medications and purchase formulas for the top ten systems and one hundred fifty common diseases frequently suffered by family members. The content is concise and easy to understand, making it an ideal introductory guide for families on purchasing medicine.