Côte d’Ivoire / Training and awareness: The real solution goes beyond banning alcoholic energy drinks

The recent ban on alcoholic energy drinks in Côte d’Ivoire has been justified by concerns over public health risks. However, this measure might be a simplistic response to a more intricate problem.

 

Instead of targeting a specific category of products, a more effective strategy would involve launching comprehensive public awareness campaigns about the real dangers associated with mixing these drinks with substances like Tramadol.

 

Tramadol, a medication frequently misused beyond its medical purpose, poses severe health risks, especially when consumed alongside alcohol.

 

The primary issue is not solely with alcoholic energy drinks but with the inadequate regulation and knowledge surrounding the misuse of Tramadol and other harmful substances.

 

A proactive approach would include tightening regulations on the distribution of Tramadol while simultaneously educating the public about the dangers of combining it with alcoholic energy drinks.

 

By raising awareness and improving education on these risks, it’s possible to mitigate harmful behaviors without resorting to a blanket ban on products that could be consumed responsibly.

 

Furthermore, banning only alcoholic energy drinks creates market distortions where certain sectors might gain unfair advantages.

 

This approach fails to address the underlying issues and unfairly penalizes an industry that could operate safely under appropriate regulations.

 

Ensuring fair competition requires a consistent and rigorous treatment of all potentially dangerous substances.

 

In summary, rather than focusing solely on banning a specific type of product, a balanced approach that combines public education with stringent regulation of hazardous substances like Tramadol would offer better consumer protection and maintain a fair market environment.

 

Sherif Touré

 

 

 

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