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Medicine Safety Archive

20 March 2023

What You Should Know About Heart Medicines

Emily Cardiovascular, Heart Medicine, Medicine Safety Leave a Comment
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Cardiovascular (heart) medicines are used to treat diseases of the heart and high blood pressure. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one of the most common prescription drugs taken by adults are for cardiovascular disease.

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27 January 2022

Weight Loss Medicines and Supplements

Guest Staff Medicine, Medicine Safety, Supplements Leave a Comment
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Many people choose weight loss as their new year resolution. In addition to the usual steps to achieving weight loss – setting specific and measurable goals, eating healthy, exercising, and other lifestyle changes – some people also use weight loss medicines or supplements.

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28 September 2021

Antihistamine Safety

Emily Medicine, Medicine Safety, Safe Storage Leave a Comment
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Antihistamines are a type of medicine commonly used to treat allergies. Antihistamines were involved in approximately 1,200 cases at the Maryland Poison Center (MPC) in 2020. Let’s dive deeper into antihistamines and how to safely use them.

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15 September 2021

What Tweens and Teens Should Know About the Poison Center

Emily Medicine Safety, Parents, Poison Safety, Pre-Teens, Teens Leave a Comment
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People often think that poison centers are only for little kids, but that’s not true. Poison centers are for everyone, including tweens and teens. It’s important that tweens and teens are familiar with safety tips and tools to keep themselves safe.

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15 April 2021

What You Should Know About Melatonin

Guest Staff Medicine, Medicine Safety Leave a Comment
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Melatonin is a natural hormone made by our bodies. It can also be taken as a dietary supplement. Melatonin can help you sleep better when used in the right way and right amount.

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20 November 2020

The Importance of a Medicine Tracker

Emily Adults, Medicine, Medicine Safety, Older Adults, Over-the Counter Leave a Comment
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Taking at least one medicine is a routine part of many people’s day. In fact, some people might even take many medicines every day. It is a good idea to keep an up-to-date list of all of the medicines you take.

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15 October 2020

Safe Medicine Disposal

Emily Home, Medicine, Medicine Disposal, Medicine Safety Leave a Comment
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Keeping unused or expired medicines in your home is dangerous. If your doctor tells you to stop taking a medicine, promptly dispose of it to help prevent a medicine error.  Make it a habit to regularly dispose of unused and expired medicines.

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28 July 2020

Mixing Medicines with Alcohol

Guest Staff Adults, Alcohol, Medicine, Medicine Safety, Older Adults Leave a Comment
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“My doctor just gave me a new medicine to take; can I drink alcohol with it?” This is how many conversations begin at the Maryland Poison Center. The answer to the question can vary depending on the medicine.

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27 March 2019

Top 10 Reasons Older Adults Should Call the Poison Center

Emily Grandparents, Medicine Safety, Older Adults, Poison Exposures, Poison Safety Leave a Comment
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Adults ages 59 years and older accounted for 9.8% of all cases at the Maryland Poison Center in 2018. Over the past three years, this number has continued to grow. Here, we explore the top 10 reasons older adults should call the poison center.

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30 January 2019

Winter Poison Safety

Emily Antifreeze, Carbon Monoxide, Cold and Flu, Medicine Safety, Seasonal Leave a Comment
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Each season brings different poison safety tips that we should keep in mind. Here, we share why you should keep carbon monoxide alarms and proper storage of winter’s hazardous materials in mind.

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