Check your prescriptions periodically for expiration dates.

If possible, purchase all of your medicines from one pharmacy.

Don’t share medicines with friends or family.

Prescriptions should never be stored in a bathroom, on top of the fridge, beside the stove or on a windowsill. These areas can have high levels of humidity, heat and light that may alter the drug’s chemical stability. Keep them in a dry location at room temperature and away from direct sunlight.

Dispose of medications properly. Most pharmacies will take your old drugs for proper disposal. Avoid putting them in trashcans or into the toilet

If you are traveling through several time zones, consult your doctor or pharmacist to work out a plan for adjusting the timing of your medication. This will prevent you from taking too much or too little

Remember that the term “natural” does not necessarily mean “safe”. Treat all supplements and herbal remedies with the same respect as you would any prescribed medications.

Sometimes we are not as diligent as we should be with our medications.   Take a few minutes, sort out your medicine cabinet or box and make sure that they are safe and that your family stays healthy.