Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now

The majority of the users of telemedicine and e-pharmacy services in India are in the age group of 50 to 59 years, who are considered the most vulnerable population.

Written By: Longjam Dineshwori | Published : May 14, 2021, 9:12 AM

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Adoption Of Telemedicine & E-Pharmacy In India

Telemedicine and e-pharmacies are playing a huge role in reducing the burden on the healthcare system by providing medical assistance to people without stepping out in such a challenging situation. More than 60% of the people in India are using telemedicine and e-pharmacy apps at least once a month, according to research report by WATConsult, the globally awarded hybrid digital agency from the house of dentsu India. The usage of telemedicine and e-pharmacy services is higher in the age group of 50 to 59 years, who are considered the most vulnerable population. As per the research conducted by Recogn, the agency’s research division, there has been a 75% increase in the usage of e-pharmacy apps during the pandemic compared to the pre-pandemic situation. While 43% have been using the telemedicine service because of the convenience it offers, the rest are abiding by the COVID-19 safety protocols, said latest issue of WATPapers.

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Most Used Telemedicine Apps

Apollo 247-online consult, Lybrate, mFine, and Practo are some of the most used telemedicine applications. Also Read - Chronic kidney disease could become the 5th leading cause of death by 2040, warns lancet report

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Reasons To Use Telemedicine Services

Majority of the people use telemedicine services during the COVID-19 pandemic to locate nearby hospitals/clinics to book tests, check-ups, and consultation appointments with doctors.

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Usage Of Pharmacy Apps

Pharmacy apps like PharmEasy, BookMeds and SmartMedics have been the top choice for most people – the report stated. Also Read - Intermittent fasting triggers surprising changes in the brain, boosting memory and mental sharpness: Study

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Difficulty In Understanding The App

However, 52% of people reported difficulty in understanding the interface of the application.

Over 60% of people using telemedicine, e-pharmacy apps once a month now — Future Of Telemedicine

Commenting on result, Heeru Dingra, CEO, WATConsult, said, “Telemedicine has enabled patients to consult doctors from any part of the world, while e-pharmacy services are extremely convenient and cost-effective, as reported in this issue of WATPapers. Since this sector is at a nascent stage in India, concerns around privacy, security, negligence, interface challenges are understandable. However, I do believe in its potential to grow into a very large industry in future.” Also Read - Unsafe food causes 866 million illnesses and 1.5 million deaths every year, young children most at risk: WHO

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