Decoding Tablet Strip Colors: More Than Just Design

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:red_circle: Red Line – Prescription Only

:black_small_square: Requires doctor’s prescription

:black_small_square: Must be taken under medical supervision

:black_small_square: Commonly seen on antibiotics, steroids, etc

:green_circle: Green Line – OTC Medicines

:black_small_square: No prescription required

:black_small_square: Generally safe for short-term use

:black_small_square: Used for fever, cold, acidity, pain relief

:blue_circle: Blue Line – Schedule G Drugs

:black_small_square: Should be taken only with medical advice

:black_small_square: Often need long-term monitoring

:black_small_square: Includes hormonal preparations

:black_circle: Black Box Warning

:black_small_square: Indicates high-risk medicines

:black_small_square: Associated with serious or life-threatening side effects

:black_small_square: Requires strict medical supervision

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These small packaging cues actually play a huge role in rational drug use. Great reminder that safety starts even before the prescription.

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These colour codes guide safe medicine use and highlight prescription and risk levels.

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