Tag: medication safety

Sharing Your Medical History for Safe Medication Decisions

Sharing Your Medical History for Safe Medication Decisions

Sharing your full medical history-including over-the-counter drugs and supplements-is essential to avoid dangerous medication errors. Learn how to prepare, communicate, and protect yourself during every healthcare visit.

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How to Interpret Beyond-Use Dates for Compounded Medications

How to Interpret Beyond-Use Dates for Compounded Medications

Beyond-use dates for compounded medications aren't expiration dates-they're science-based safety limits. Learn how they're set, why they matter, and how to make sure your medication is still safe to use.

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Elderly Patients Switching to Generics: What You Need to Know About Safety and Effectiveness

Elderly Patients Switching to Generics: What You Need to Know About Safety and Effectiveness

Elderly patients switching to generics can save money, but age-related changes in metabolism, kidney function, and polypharmacy increase risks. Learn which drugs need caution, how to spot problems, and what to ask your doctor.

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How to Safely Document Drug Allergies in Your Medical Records

How to Safely Document Drug Allergies in Your Medical Records

Accurate documentation of drug allergies in medical records prevents life-threatening errors. Learn how to record reactions clearly, avoid common mistakes, and ensure your safety during every medical visit.

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Health Literacy Strategies: Understanding Medication Labels and Dosing Correctly

Health Literacy Strategies: Understanding Medication Labels and Dosing Correctly

Learn how to read medication labels correctly to avoid dangerous dosing errors. Discover proven strategies like the Universal Medication Schedule, pictograms, and teach-back methods that improve safety for everyone.

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How Medicines Work and When They're Safe to Use

How Medicines Work and When They're Safe to Use

Learn how medicines interact with your body at a molecular level and what makes them safe-or dangerous-to use. Understand mechanism of action, drug interactions, and how to recognize warning signs.

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