Question

Which of the following is a practical step to using medicines safely?
(1 point)
Responses

Take any medicine prescribed to family members if you are experiencing the same symptoms.
Take any medicine prescribed to family members if you are experiencing the same symptoms.

Store medicines according to the label’s instructions.
Store medicines according to the label’s instructions.

Combining medicines is ok if you write down what you are taking.
Combining medicines is ok if you write down what you are taking.

Serious side effects will happen. You shouldn’t need to alert your doctor if any of these develop.

Answer 1

Store medicines according to the label’s instructions.

Explanation: following label/storage instructions helps keep medicines effective and safe. The other options are unsafe—don’t take someone else’s prescription, check with a provider before combining drugs, and report serious side effects to your doctor.