Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ever rummaged through your medicine cabinet for relief from a throbbing headache, only to find that your go-to painkiller has past ...

How many bottles of unused or expired medication do you have in your medicine cabinet right now? Like leftover antibiotics or other prescriptions — or unused cold medicine or NSAIDs. So, when you have ...

Prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications play vital roles in treating health conditions for older adults, helping ease symptoms and supporting overall well-being. To ensure the intended ...

Navigating medication safety during pregnancy can feel overwhelming when you’re dealing with uncomfortable symptoms but want to protect your growing baby. The good news is that many medications are ...

Alcohol and medication safety is important because drinking alcohol combined with certain medications can cause symptoms like ...

Stephen Hoang, MD, is the medication safety officer and a pediatric anesthesiologist at Children’s Health System of Texas in Dallas. He recently connected with Becker’s to share his team’s biggest ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) cold remedies are generally safe while breastfeeding. However, people need to avoid certain medications, such as oral decongestants, since they can dramatically reduce milk ...

Purpose. The accuracy, efficiency, and efficacy of four commonly recommended medication safety assessment methodologies were systematically reviewed. Methods. Medical literature databases were ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications are generally safe and effective, but daily or long-term use isn’t recommended. Several factors, including drug side effects and your medical history, can ...

For older adults, both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications play a vital role in treating health conditions. They help ease symptoms and support overall well-being. To ensure the ...