Medication safety is a critical issue in healthcare. One of the most common and potentially dangerous risks patients face is drug interactions. When used correctly, medications can significantly improve quality of life; when drug interactions are overlooked, they can reduce effectiveness or lead to serious adverse effects. In this article, we’ll explore what drug interactions are, how they happen, and best practices for maintaining medication safety.
What Is a Drug Interaction?
A drug interaction occurs whenever one drug, supplement, food, or medical condition alters the effects of another medication. The change can be in how the…
