Tag: medication safety

Brown Bag Medication Review Events: How to Prepare for a Safe Medication Checkup

A Brown Bag Medication Review helps seniors and others on multiple medications avoid dangerous interactions and unnecessary pills. Learn how to prepare, what to bring, and why this simple step can save your health.

Post-Marketing Pharmacovigilance: How New Medication Side Effects Are Found

Post-marketing pharmacovigilance catches dangerous drug side effects missed in clinical trials. Learn how global systems use real-world data, AI, and patient reports to keep medications safe after they hit the market.

How to Read Dose Measurements on Liquid Prescription Labels

Learn how to read liquid prescription labels correctly to avoid dangerous dosing errors. Understand concentration, use mL only, and always measure with the right tool for safe medication administration.

Polypharmacy in Older Adults: Understanding Drug Interactions and Safe Deprescribing

Polypharmacy in older adults increases risks of falls, confusion, and hospitalizations. Learn how drug interactions happen and how safe deprescribing can improve health and quality of life.

The Difference Between Medication Side Effects and Adverse Drug Reactions

Learn the critical difference between medication side effects and adverse drug reactions-why mixing them up can lead to dangerous decisions, and how to tell them apart for safer, smarter medication use.

How to Stay Informed About Global Medication Safety News

Learn how to track global medication safety updates, report side effects, and use trusted resources like WHO, ISMP, and #MedSafetyWeek to protect yourself and others from preventable drug risks.