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When checking a medicine label, there are several key things you should look for to ensure safe and effective use:
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This is the main ingredient in the medicine that produces the desired effect.
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This section explains what the medicine is used for (e.g., pain relief, allergy relief).
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This tells you how much medicine to take and how often (frequency). Make sure you understand the measurement instructions (e.g., teaspoons, milliliters).
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This section lists potential side effects, interactions with other medications, and conditions when the medicine should not be used (e.g., pregnancy, certain medical conditions).
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These are specific conditions or medications, foods that can cause a dangerous reaction if taken with the medicine in question.
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This section provides detailed instructions on how to take the medicine, including frequency, duration and special instruction like shaking the bottle before use.
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These are ingredients that don't produce the medicinal effect but may be important for things like stability, absorption. (e.g., fillers, binders).
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It is recommended not to take medicine after the expiration date, as it may lose its effectiveness or become unsafe.
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Proper storage is crucial to maintain the medicine's potency. This section will tell you if the medicine needs to be refrigerated or kept at room temperature or away from light and heat.
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This includes the name and contact information of the company that made the medicine.
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