Lottier W I
J Natl Med Assoc. 1978 Oct;70(10):731-2.
Self-medication and drug interaction have been a problem in recent years. Pharmacists in ethical pharmacies and neighborhood establishments can best monitor these problems through use of patient profile records and consultations. The pharmacist should advise the public on over-the-counter (OTC) purchases. Auxiliary labels are recommended for use on containers to prevent drug interactions. Members of the black community have some specific problems with respect to self medications. These are addressed in this article. Self-medication, under supervision, is proper and can be controlled.
自我药疗和药物相互作用近年来一直是个问题。道德药房和社区药房的药剂师可以通过使用患者档案记录和咨询来最好地监测这些问题。药剂师应就非处方药（OTC）的购买向公众提供建议。建议在容器上使用辅助标签以防止药物相互作用。黑人社区成员在自我药疗方面存在一些特定问题。本文将探讨这些问题。在监督下的自我药疗是恰当的且可以得到控制。
