The proper use of prescription medicine includes:
- Taking the amount that the healthcare provider prescribes: This is crucial for ensuring the medication is effective and safe.
The other options are not proper uses of prescription medicine:
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Reading or watching advertisements for the medications: While informative, advertisements shouldn't be the primary source for understanding how to use prescription medicines properly.
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Using the medicine again when a person thinks the same illness has returned: This should only be done after consulting a healthcare provider, as the same medication may not be appropriate or safe to use again without professional advice.
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Giving the medicine to a sibling who is sick with the same illness: Prescriptions are tailored to individual patients, so sharing medication is not advisable. Each person may have different health considerations.
Always follow the guidance of a healthcare provider when using prescription medicine.