Can General Clinics Legally Sell Medication? A Patient's Concern
Can general primary care clinics sell medications? Doctor Chen, I saw a physician at a small clinic selling sleeping pills to the public. Is this a violation of health insurance regulations, as clinics are not allowed to sell medication? Should I report that doctor? The physician...
Dr. Chen Mengxuan reply Pharmacology
Physicians must prescribe controlled substances (such as sedatives) based on the patient's medical condition, and the management of controlled substances must comply with the Controlled Drugs Management Regulations. In other words, if the physician at the clinic is willing t...[Read More] Can General Clinics Legally Sell Medication? A Patient's Concern
Understanding the Side Effects of Vardenafil in Maca Supplements
Side effects I recently saw a television advertisement for maca endorsed by Li Xingwen, but there have been reports that it contains a pharmaceutical ingredient, a Vardenafil analogue. Could you please tell me, Pharmacist Chen, if this medication has any side effects on the body ...
Dr. Chen Mengxuan reply Pharmacology
Maca, also known as "mangue," "macar," or "catgo," is a root from a plant native to Peru and the Andes Mountains. Currently, the Department of Health classifies this ingredient under food management. It is rich in trace elements such as zinc and plan...[Read More] Understanding the Side Effects of Vardenafil in Maca Supplements
Which Medications Should Never Be Crushed? A Guide for Patients
Which medications should not be crushed? 1. How long should the interval be when taking medications simultaneously? 2. Which types of Chinese and Western medicines should not be taken together? Could Pharmacist Chen provide information on commonly used medications in hospitals ...
Dr. Chen Mengxuan reply Pharmacology
Hello: The combination of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine has shown some promising effects in clinical practice, but it also brings about certain issues. For instance, in our hospital, the use of betel nut in conjunction with Flupenthizol (Fluanxol) may lead to ...[Read More] Which Medications Should Never Be Crushed? A Guide for Patients