About Drug-Induced Harm

About Drug-Induced Harm

Drug-induced harm refers to serious health damage caused by the use of pharmaceuticals that goes beyond mere side effects and has become a social issue.

The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare aims to create a society free from drug-induced harm and conducts awareness and prevention activities.

Additionally, if you suffer health damage caused by drugs, there is a public relief system called the "Relief System for Adverse Drug Reactions," so please consult the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency. (For details, please refer to the website below.)

 

[Major Drug Harms That Occurred in Japan in the Past]

・Occurrence of SMON caused by neurological damage from kinophorm preparations

・Fetal disabilities caused by thalidomide

・HIV infection and hepatitis C virus infection caused by blood products, etc.

Related Information Links

• Learn About Drug-Induced Harm - How Can It Be Prevented? Why Did It Happen? / Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare(External Link)
• Relief System for Adverse Drug Reactions / Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency(External Link)