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Use Medicines Safely: Quick Guide to Healthy Living

Medicines can help you feel better and get well. Learn how to use medicines safely and prevent medication problems and mistakes.... Details >

National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Consumer FAQ's About Antibiotics  External Link

How safe are antibiotics? When should you take them? What should women know before taking antibiotics? Find answers to these frequently asked questions, and many more.... Details >

Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics  External Link

Frequently Asked Questions About Patient Assistance Programs  External Link

Find out how you can apply for patient assistance programs (PAPs) that offer free or low cost drugs to individuals who are unable to pay for their medication. ... Details >

Rx Assist  External Link

Your Pharmacist: Frequently Asked Questions  External Link

This document answers pharmacist related questions about medications. Topics cover medicines storage, expiration date on prescription medication, prescription medicine dosage, and more.... Details >

American Society of Health-System Pharmacists  External Link

Aging, Medicines and Alcohol - (PDF)

This brochure tells older adults about possible problems related to the misuse of alcohol, prescription drugs, or over-the-counter drugs. It lists signs of misuse and suggests actions the elderly can ... Details >

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Be Med Wise Quiz  External Link

A on line check up on how to take medicines.... Details >

National Council on Patient Information and Education  External Link

Be Smart about Prescription Drug Advertising: A Guide for Consumers

Prescription drug advertisements can provide useful information for consumers to work with their health care providers to make wise decisions about treatment. Learn about correct and incorrect version... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

BeSafeRx: Know Your Online Pharmacy

FDA BeSafeRx is a national campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of buying prescription medicines from fake online pharmacies.This site offers tips on identifying these pharmacies, as well as res... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Brochure on Safe Medication Use - (PDF)  External Link

While medications can help keep you healthy, they also can cause serious problems when used incorrectly. A large percentage of adults are taking too many medications, not taking their medications prop... Details >

Institute for Safe Medication Practices  External Link

Buying Prescription Medicine Online: A Consumer Safety Guide

The growth of the Internet has made it possible to compare prices and buy products without ever leaving home. But when it comes to buying medicine online, it is important to be very careful.... Details >

U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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