In an advisory, the Department of Health stressed the importance of paying attention to specific details

Ever notice the red streak on some medicine packets? It’s not just for decoration! This seemingly insignificant detail holds important information about the drugs inside. question? Many people miss this critical clue, potentially leading to taking medications without a doctor’s guidance. It is well known that self-treatment can be risky and sometimes life-threatening.

To address the issue, the Ministry of Health in an advisory on Sunday stressed the importance of paying attention to specific details on the back label that could affect the safety and effectiveness of the medicine.

The Ministry of Health said these drugs can only be dispensed by pharmacies with a valid medical prescription.

“Antibiotic resistance can be prevented! The red line on the strip means the drug should not be taken without a doctor’s prescription,” the Ministry of Health wrote on

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You can prevent antibiotic resistance!

The red line on the strip indicates that the drug should not be taken without a doctor’s prescription.#SwasthaBharat#antibioticresistancepic.twitter.com/zo7SooaiN9

— Ministry of Health (@MoHFW_INDIA) March 10, 2024

Therefore, while checking the expiration date of the medicine, it is also important to pay attention to whether there are red stripes on the packaging.

Meanwhile, India has been awarded the prestigious Measles and Rubella Champion Award in recognition of the country’s tireless efforts in combating these infectious diseases, the health ministry said on Friday.