Description
Medication which can be self-administered by individuals for psychological or physical problems. This type is sold in supermarkets and drugstores and does not require a doctors prescription. This medication mostly treats common health issues.
Alternative labels
medicines used for self-medication
nonprescription medicines
non-prescription medicines
medicines for self medication
medicines used for self-treatment
medicine for self-medication
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Medicines for self-medication is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Medical goods shop manager: Medical goods shop managers are responsible for activities and staff in specialised shops. ​They manage employees, monitor the sales of the store, manage budgets and order supplies when a product is out of supply and perform administrative duties if required.
Pharmacy technician: Pharmacy technicians, under the supervision of a pharmacist, check incoming goods, control stock, handle and store pharmaceuticals properly. Where permitted by national rules, they dispense medication and provide advice on their appropriate use.
Supermarket manager: Supermarket managers are responsible for activities and staff in a supermarket.
Pharmacy assistant: Pharmacy assistants perform general duties, such as stock management, serving at the cash desk, or performing administrative duties. They deal with the inventory within the pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist.
Drugstore manager: Drugstore managers are responsible for activities and staff in drugstores that sell items such as magazines, household products, medicines, cosmetics, candy or refreshments. ​They manage employees, monitor the sales of the store, manage budgets and order supplies when a product is out of supply and perform administrative duties if required.
Optional knowledge
Medicines for self-medication is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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