Tag: medication safety

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The FDA cannot force drug recalls; it only requests them. Understanding the legal process for removing unsafe medications involves recall classes, manufacturer responsibilities, and regulatory differences between drugs and devices. Recent changes require faster action for severe recalls, but gaps remain in global supply chains. Learn how recalls work and why mandatory authority is debated.

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Bringing a caregiver or advocate to medication appointments reduces errors, improves understanding, and boosts safety. Learn how to prepare, what to ask, and how to handle resistance from providers.

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Pharmacodynamic drug interactions happen when drugs change how each other works at the body's target sites-not by changing their levels, but by altering their effects. Learn how combinations can be dangerous, beneficial, or deadly.

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Free printable and digital medication list templates help prevent dangerous drug interactions and improve communication with healthcare providers. Learn which templates work best and how to use them safely.

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Adverse drug events cause over a million emergency visits yearly. Learn what they are, the most dangerous types, and proven strategies to prevent them-before harm happens.

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DailyMed is the official FDA source for current drug labels and side effects. Learn how to find accurate, up-to-date medication information for prescription and over-the-counter drugs using the National Library of Medicine's free database.