Antibiotics are valuable for fighting bacterial infections such as strep throat or a urinary tract infection – but taking them inappropriately can cause antibiotic resistance or make them ineffective for treating your infection. Using Antibiotics Safely One of the main risks with misusing antibiotics is that bacteria can change and become resistant to an antibiotic, […]

What Are Side Effects? Side effects, also called adverse reactions, are unwanted effects related to taking a medication. They can occur with prescribed or over-the-counter medications, vitamins or supplements. You may experience side effects when you start taking a new medication, change the dosage amount of a medication or stop taking a medication. Side effects […]

What is Considered a Drug Interaction? A drug interaction can happen when: Two or more drugs you’re taking react with each other. A drug reacts with certain foods, drinks or supplements. When certain medical conditions make taking certain drugs potentially harmful. How to Avoid Drug Interactions Learning more about prescription and over-the-counter medications you are […]