"What are the Categories of Medicines?"

China implements drug classification management, mainly based on the specifications, types, dosages, indications, etc. of drugs. In addition, it also classifies drugs according to their safety and effectiveness. Drug classification can effectively ensure the safety of people's drug use and enable the general public to use safe and effective drugs. In the case of illness, proper use of drugs can help the human body maintain good health. China's drug classification can be divided into narcotic drugs, psychotropic drugs, medical toxic drugs, radioactive drugs, detoxification drugs, etc. Currently, prescription drugs and non-prescription drugs are classified and managed to strengthen the management of prescription drugs, standardize the management of non-prescription drugs, reduce the occurrence of irrational drug use, and ensure the safety and effectiveness of people's drug use.

1. It is conducive to ensuring the safety of people's drug use. Drugs are special commodities with various usage issues. They must be classified; otherwise, it will not only waste drug resources but also bring many adverse reactions to consumers, even endanger life. Some may also develop drug resistance or tolerance, making future treatment difficult.

2. It is conducive to the healthy development of the medical and health care industry, promoting the reform of the medical and health care system, and raising the public's awareness of self-care and self-medication.

3. It helps to gradually align with internationally recognized drug management models, promote academic exchanges, and improve the international level of rational drug use.