Protect yourself from common medication errors.
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⚠️ Check for These Common Risks
☐ Taking two medications that do the same thing
☐ Mixing prescriptions with over-the-counter drugs that may interact
☐ Not understanding the purpose of a medication
☐ Not knowing the serious side effects or black box warnings
☐ Taking the wrong dose (too much or too little)
☐ Not knowing what to do if a dose is missed
☐ Taking expired medications
☐ Not storing medications properly (e.g., needs refrigeration)
☐ Confusing look-alike or sound-alike medications
☐ Using someone else’s medication (even if symptoms are similar)
🧠 Ask Yourself These Smart Questions
☐ What is this medication for?
☐ When and how should I take it?
☐ Could this interact with anything else I’m taking — including vitamins or herbal supplements?
☐ Are there food or drink warnings (like grapefruit or alcohol)?
☐ Do I know the emergency side effects to watch for?
☐ Could a generic or cheaper option work just as well?
📝 Notes
(Write here or after reviewing with your doctor or pharmacist)
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