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Komix Herbal Holds Talkshow “Generasi Sehat, Generasi Herbal” at SMA Negeri 1 Gresik

In order to commemorate World Pharmacy Day, PT Bintang Toedjoe through its Komix Herbal product held an educational talk show entitled "Healthy Generation, Herbal Generation" at SMA Negeri 1 Gresik, Wednesday (2/10). This event aimed to introduce the younger generation, especially high school students, to the importance of consuming safe and right herbal medicines. A total of 50 students representing SMA Negeri 1 Gresik students participated in this event enthusiastically.


The principal, Drs. Tohir, M.M. in his speech hoped that the knowledge gained by students can be disseminated to their friends. "That way, knowledge about medicinal plants and their proper uses can be known more widely among students," said Drs. Tohir.

This event presented competent speakers from various institutions, such as the Indonesian Pharmacists Association (IAI), Indonesian Food & Drug Act (BPOM), the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) of Gresik Regency and the Radar Gresik media. Alfadiha Madalillah from IAI provided material on herbal medicine self-medication. She explained the importance of choosing and using herbal medicine according to needs and the correct method.

Meanwhile, apt. Rini Wulansari, S.Si., a pharmacist from BBPOM in Surabaya, explained the safety and quality of natural medicine. She also explained the main tasks and functions of BPOM in supervising herbal medicine products from upstream to downstream. In addition, Basuki Risdiyanto, M.M., from the BNN of Gresik Regency, provided education on the dangers of drug abuse, including several types of plants that may harmful effects if consumed carelessly.

Muhammad Rinaldy, Area Manager of PT Bintang Toedjoe in Surabaya, said that the Goes to School Talk show event was part of the company's health campaign. "We want the younger generation, especially Gen Z, to care more about health and choose safe and quality herbal products," he said. By involving various related parties, Komix Herbal hopes to increase public awareness, especially the younger generation, of the importance of consuming herbal medicine correctly.

One of the important messages conveyed in this event was the habit of checking the Packaging, Label, Marketing authorization, and Expiration date (KLIK) before buying a medicine including herbal medicine. By checking KLIK, consumers can ensure that the products they buy are safe and high quality.


Head of Radar Gresik Media, Hany Akasah,  said that generation Z must be smart in using medicines so as not to harm themselves. One way is to know the characteristics of illegal drugs and remind each other's peers. "Don't let what is consumed turn out to be illegal drugs, the risks include crime. If it has entered a case with the police and is spread by the media, the mass has a great influence on health, even the future of the students themselves," he said.

The talk show activity organized by Komix Herbal at SMA Negeri 1 Gresik was a positive step in an effort to increase health literacy among the younger generation. Through this event, students gain comprehensive knowledge about herbal medicines, from selection, use, to the dangers of discussing illegal drugs.


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