Medicine Basics
This is a substance people take to feel better or treat sickness.
What is medicine?
Medicine safety means using medicine in a way that prevents this.
What is harm?
An unwanted effect like drowsiness or an upset stomach is called this.
What is a side effect?
This happens when one medicine changes how another medicine works.
What is an interaction?
Using someone else’s medicine or taking too much is an example of this.
What is abuse?
Medicines can come in forms like pills, liquids, creams, or _____.
What are injections?
You should always take the correct amount of medicine, also called the correct ____.
What is dose?
A rash or hives after taking medicine could be a sign of this.
What is an allergic reaction?
Because of interactions, it is important to tell doctors about this.
What are all the medicines you are taking?
This can happen when someone cannot stop using a drug even when it causes harm.
What is addiction?
These products are often vitamins or plant extracts and are taken to add nutrients.
What are supplements?
Medicines should be kept in these to avoid confusion and stay safe.
What are original containers?
Taking too much medicine can cause serious harm and is called this.
What is an overdose?
Mixing some pain relievers with blood thinners can increase this risk.
What is bleeding?
Medicines you can buy without a doctor’s note are called these.
What are over-the-counter (OTC) medicines?
This type of medicine must be approved by a doctor and should not be shared.
What is a prescription?
This healthcare professional can explain how to use medicine safely and answer questions.
Who is a pharmacist?
Damage to organs like the liver or kidneys can happen from this type of effect.
What is a long-term effect?
Interactions can make medicines less effective or more this.
What is dangerous?
Before taking medicine, you should always check this date to make sure it’s safe.
What is the expiration date?