Prakt. lékáren. 2020; 16(4): 233-242 | DOI: 10.36290/lek.2020.037

Acute respiratory infection - symptomatic self-medication in adults

Hana Kotolová, Tomáš Hammer
Ústav farmakologie a toxikologie, Farmaceutická fakulta Masarykovy univerzity, Brno

Addressing respiratory infections is a common reason to visit a pharmacy. Although the cause of problems can be diverse in terms of inducing agents, many of them can be addressed through self-medication. In 2020, COVID-19, which is caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, is a very current topic. Symptomatic treatment is indicated as monotherapy for respiratory infections of primarily viral etiology, otherwise it is administered as an adjunct to causal treatment. We currently have a range of over-the-counter drugs from various pharmacotherapeutic groups. In addition to drugs, phytopharmaceuticals can also be used. An essential part of the treatment is bed rest, plenty of fluids and a light diet supplemented with vitamins.

Keywords: respiratory infections, self‑medication.

Published: January 5, 2021  Show citation

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