16/10/2025
On 16.10.2025 (Thursday), a Pharmacovigilance Awareness Programme was organized for the patients at OPD RRIUM, Bhadrak by Dr. Md Shaharyar Ali Ansari (Junior Research Fellow – Pharmacovigilance, Unani) under the guidance of Dr. M.A. Waheed (Research Officer – Unani, PPvC Coordinator) following officers were present Dr. Mohd Uzair Beg(Research Officer - Unani), Dr. Mohd Mudassir (Research Officer - Unani), Dr. Amreen Zehra (Research Officer - Unani), Dr. Qureshi Mohd. Ansar Mohd. Arshad (Research Associate - Unani), Dr. Kainat Mahmood (Research Associate - Unani), Rajashree Sahoo (Staff Nurse).
During the programme, Dr. Md Shaharyar Ali Ansari explained the aims and objectives of Pharmacovigilance, stressing the importance of reporting any side effects or adverse drug reactions (ADRs) without delay. He highlighted the risks associated with self-medication, over-the-counter drugs, and unverified “verbal” medicines, and strongly advised patients to use medicines only under the consultation of a qualified physician.
The lecture also covered common symptoms of ADRs—including dizziness, vomiting, allergic reactions, abdominal pain, and other unusual complaints—and guided participants on how to report such events at the Pharmacovigilance Centre. IEC (Information, Education, and Communication) materials were distributed to reinforce the awareness message.
A total of 46 patients attended and benefited from the programme.