Dos and Don'ts for Prescription Medications
by
Mary Calvagna, MS
Medications can have serious side effects when they are not taken properly or when they are combined with other over-the-counter drugs, prescription drugs, supplements, or natural remedies. Here are some simple "dos & donts" to help minimize negative consequences. Prescription Medication Dos
Prescription Medication Don'ts
RESOURCES:The Institute for Safe Medication Practices
http://www.ismp.org/ US Food and Drug Administration
http://www.fda.gov/ CANADIAN RESOURCES:Health Canada
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/index_e.html Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety
http://mbips.ca/wp/resources/mips-tips-medication-safety/ References:
The National Women's Health Information Center website. Available at:
http://www.womenshealth.gov/
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