A. Akshaya
- UG Student II BCA, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract
The drug industry is a complex field that involves legal medicines and illegal substances. It affects many aspects of society, including health, the economy, crime, and how people interact. This industry includes both medicines prescribed by doctors and drugs that are not allowed, each with its own effects. Lately, drug abuse has become a big problem, affecting people of all ages. Using drugs, whether legal or not, can harm health and lead to addiction, physical problems, and mental health issues. Selling illegal drugs also causes more problems, like crime and safety concerns. To address these challenges, we need a combination of approaches. Educational campaigns help people understand the dangers of using drugs, especially young people. Laws and police work focus on stopping the making, selling, and movement of illegal drugs, aiming to break up criminal groups. The future of the drug industry is connected to technology, how the world is getting more connected, and how people’s ideas are changing. New medicines can help, but they also bring challenges in terms of safety and use. It’s important to find a balance between helping people with medicines and stopping them from being misused.
Keywords: Drug industry, Economy, Educational campaigns, Medicines, Technology.
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Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue | 01 |
| Received | February 16, 2024 |
| Accepted | April 1, 2024 |
| Published | April 15, 2024 |