Tag: medication safety

How to Compare New Prescription Labels with Your Old Medication for Safety

Learn how to safely compare your new prescription labels with old ones to avoid dangerous medication errors. Check dosage, manufacturer, and pill appearance to stay safe with generics.

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Drug Interactions Databases: Using FDA and WebMD Checkers Safely

Learn how to safely use WebMD and FDA-backed tools to check for drug interactions, understand their limits, and avoid dangerous mistakes with your medications.

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Advocating for Your Health: How to Speak Up About Medications and Side Effects

Learn how to speak up about medication side effects to improve your health, avoid dangerous reactions, and work with your doctor to find safer treatment options. Practical tips, tools, and real stories to help you take control.

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The Science of Medication Safety: Understanding Risk, Benefit, and Real-World Evidence

Medication safety goes beyond labels and warnings-it's a science built on real-world data, massive datasets, and ongoing monitoring to catch risks clinical trials miss. Learn how drugs are tracked after approval and what you can do to stay safe.

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