Oga Chemist is not the answer to every illness.
We all know the routine. Headache? Go to the chemist. Stomach pain? Oga Chemist will “run something.” Your child is coughing? Two sachets of antibiotics and paracetamol, no questions asked.
But here’s the truth: this habit is slowly harming your family.
You might be treating the wrong thing.
In Nigeria, self-medication has become normal. Pharmacies and patent medicine stores are everywhere , often the first (and only) stop for most people when they fall ill. No test. No diagnosis. Just tell the chemist your symptoms and collect a mix of drugs that “usually works.”
But guess what? That shortcut is dangerous.
You could be masking a serious condition like typhoid, malaria, or even kidney trouble. And that antibiotic you take for “any small thing” It might no longer work when you really need it. That’s called antibiotic resistance , and it’s rising fast in Nigeria.
The scary part, You won’t know there’s a problem until it’s too late.
People end up in the hospital with complications that could’ve been avoided if they saw a doctor earlier. Children are especially at riskmisdiagnosis, wrong dosage, or expired meds from the corner chemist can lead to long-term damage.
Self-medication is costing families more in the long run — not just money, but peace of mind.
So, what should you do instead?
Start small:
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Don’t treat every symptom at home. If something doesn’t improve in 48 hours, see a qualified doctor.
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Ask questions before taking any medication. Know what you’re swallowing.
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Keep a health insurance plan that covers clinic visits — it’s cheaper than emergency treatment later.
Your health isn’t guesswork. And Oga Chemist, with all due respect, isn’t your family doctor.
Share this with someone who needs to stop “prescribing for themselves.” It might save their life.
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