Ramadan advice from a specialist to "Al-Youm": 8 strict pharmaceutical guidelines to ensure patient health stability and avoid complications during Eid celebrations

With the approach of Eid al-Fitr and the accompanying joy and radical changes in daily life, the urgent need arises to reset the biological clock and gradually and carefully adjust patients' treatment schedules.
This is to ensure the stability of their health and avoid any potential medical setbacks that may result from the sudden transition from fasting to their usual routine.

Regulation of biopharmaceuticals

In this context, Dr. Siham Al-Muhammadi, a pharmacist and researcher in internal medicine and artificial intelligence in pharmaceuticals, warned against the dangers of randomly adjusting the timing of sensitive medications that rely on a fixed schedule, such as those for blood pressure, diabetes, and heart conditions.
She explained that excessive consumption of sweets and fatty foods during the Eid holidays disrupts vital bodily functions, negatively impacting the patient's response to medication and leading to dangerous spikes in blood pressure that require medical intervention.

Dose reminder techniques

The pharmacist explained that the festive atmosphere, filled with late nights, travel, and frequent family visits, often leads to distractions and forgetting prescribed doses. She recommended using smart apps and alarms to avoid this problem.
At the same time, she emphasized the critical importance of carrying sufficient and reserve quantities of medication when going out or traveling to ensure the continuity of the treatment plan without interruption.

The equation for a healthy Eid

Dr. Al-Muhammadi emphasized the absolute prohibition of patients adjusting or stopping their medication dosages independently, even upon experiencing temporary improvement.
She urged patients to consult their doctor or pharmacist immediately if they notice any unusual symptoms or abnormalities in their vital signs. She summarized the key to a safe and healthy lifestyle as a golden equation: moderation in eating, sufficient sleep, and strict adherence to the prescribed medication regimen for a healthy and safe holiday.