Why is there a red line on the tablet's packet? What does Rx & NRx & XRx mean? If you don't know, there will be a big loss

 

Have you ever wondered why there is this red line on a packet of pills? If not here's a new product just for you!

There will be very few people who will read other information on the back of the tablet packet without MRP and expiry date when buying medicine from chemist without doctor's prescription. All medicine packets have an expiry date and price of that medicine. If you've ever noticed, there's a red line on the back of the tablet strip along with other information. Have you ever wondered why there is this red line on a packet of pills? If not here's a new product just for you!

Why is there a red line?

HealthAccording to the ministry, you should not buy medicines without a doctor's prescription on a packet of pills with such a red line. Chemists are only allowed to sell these drugs if a doctor has given you a prescription for these drugs. 

A red line is given on the medicine packet to monitor the misuse of antibiotics. The red line on the strip is intended to prevent the sale of antibiotics for TB, malaria, urinary tract infections and many more serious illnesses, including HIV, without a doctor's permission or directly from a chemist. 

HealthAnd according to the family ministry, such drugs, especially antibiotics with a red line on their packaging, should never be used without the advice of a qualified doctor. Be aware, stay safe.

What does Rx mean?

Now, let us see that some medicine packets have Rx written on them. This means that this medicine should be taken only on the advice of a doctor. If you take this type of medicine without consulting a doctor, you could be in big trouble. 

What does NRx mean?

Some medicine packets have NRx written on them. This means that it is a drug and can only be sold by those who have a license.

What does XRx mean?

Some medicine packets have XRx written on them. It is a drug that only doctors can sell and they must have a license. These drugs can be given by the doctor directly to the patients. The patient cannot buy this drug from the medical store. Even if you have a doctor's prescription.

Let your friends and relatives know that you are always on medication. Read, ask and check the information on their labels before taking any medicine. Because it is very important to know about it.