Safe Medication Disposal
An estimated 40% of medications go unused, but what do you do with medications that you no longer want or…
more.Safely Taking and Storing OTC Pain Medications
Published February 4, 2016
Once you choose an over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication that’s right for you or a loved one, it’s important to store it safely. Watch this film to learn where to store your meds, how to keep them Up and Away and Out of Sight of young children, how to prevent misuse, and what to do when you no longer need the medication.
Watch all the films in the safe medication series:
Safely Taking and Storing OTC Pain Medications
OTC Pain Medication: What You Need to Know
Safe Medication Disposal
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Chapters in Spanish
Videos on Medication Safety & Persistent Pain
OTC Pain Medication: What You Need to Know
Tens of millions of Americans reach for over-the-counter (OTC) medications for relief of minor aches and pains. But…
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Safely Taking and Storing OTC Pain Medications
Once you choose an over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication that’s right for you or a loved one, it…
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Safe Medicine Use, Storage, and Disposal
Tens of millions of Americans reach for over-the-counter (OTC) medications for relief of minor aches and pains. But just because they’re OTC doesn’t mean they’re harmless. And with more than 1,000 acetaminophen and NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) containing medications, choosing the right medication can seem overwhelming.