ATENÇÃO FARMACÊUTICA NAS INTOXICAÇÕES MEDICAMENTOSAS

Abstract

The use of medications can be considered the main cause of poisoning reported in Brazil, it is also an important cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide and the main reason for hospitalization. The severity and impact are due to factors such as the dose and type of medication to which the individual is exposed. Abuse and irrational use of drugs represent a significant risk to public health, as they represent around 30% of cases of intoxication. In this sense, the practice of self-medication is an aggravating factor in the general situation of poisoning in Brazil. Therefore, promoting the rational use of medication and monitoring drug treatment through pharmaceutical assistance constitutes an important tool for reducing injuries and risks to the patient's health, consequently reducing cases of intoxication. In this case, it is noteworthy that drug intoxication is a serious public health problem, the availability of medicines, self-medication practices and the quality of health services are directly related to this problem. Therefore, it is necessary to adopt preventive and educational measures to reduce the occurrence of poisoning and minimize these consequences. In this sense, the pharmacist plays an important role, reproducing effective functions in all areas of activity, collaborating with educational practices and promoting the rational use of medicines, thus ensuring people's well-being.