Going to the doctor every time you have a headache
or another minor medical problem simply isn’t feasible. For
that reason, use of over-the-counter (Over The Counter) drugs has
become a fact of modern life. But with more than 300,000 such drugs
on the market, just making a decision about which one to buy can
be mind-boggling.
Most Americans simply assume that if it’s
an over-the counter-drug, it’s safe. To protect you and your
family from a possible overdose or other negative side effects
of Over The Counter medications, here are some general guidelines
that you may want to follow:
Over The Counter drugs should only be used for the temporary relief
of minor symptoms.
Don’t take Over The Counter drugs for a
period of time longer than that which is recommended on the label.
If symptoms persist, contact your doctor.
If you are pregnant or nursing, check with your
nurse or doctor before taking any Over The Counter medication,
even herbal supplements.
Consumers who have allergies should read label warnings carefully
and check with a doctor or pharmacist regarding any lingering questions
they may have.
Read the label on the drug carefully before you
start to take an Over The Counter product. Check it again each
time you buy a new package, in case there have been important changes
to the label since your last purchase.
When administering Over The Counter medications
to children, it’s especially important that you follow the
labeling instructions:
Remember that children just aren’t small
adults so do not estimate dosage based on the child’s size.
Follow the dosages specified on the label.
Follow any age limits on the label.
Know the difference between TBSP (tablespoon) and TSP (teaspoon).
Don’t double the dose just because your child seems sicker
than last time.
Before you give your child two medicines at a time, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist.
Never let children take medicine by themselves.
By law, drug manufacturers can be held liable
for injuries caused by a defective or unreasonably Dangerous
Drug Product, even if the manufacturer was unaware of the danger.
At The Rasansky Law Firm, we work to help victims who sought to
improve their health, but instead were injured by
the very drugs they relied on for relief.
If you or a loved one
has suffered due to the effects of a Dangerous
Drug or an Over The Counter
Drug, please contact the Rasansky Law Firm to look into
your potential claim.
