Helpful Videos From the FDA

These are good quick (about 2.5 minutes, or less) consumer update videos from the FDA. For more information, go to www.fda.gov/consumer.

FDA 101: Product Recalls (video) - This explains why products get recalled by the FDA.

Avoiding Drug Interactions (video) - Foods are ok to mix, but medications and herbs may not be.

Avoiding Medication Mistakes (video) - Wonderful tips on how to avoid medication mistakes.

Food Allergies: Reducing the Risks (video) - Great information about food allergies.

Don't forget:

1) Keep a list of all the medications, herbal supplements, allergies, vaccinations received, and contact information about your doctors and keep the list handy.

2) Learn as much about your medications by asking the pharmacist or doctor.

3) Take medications the way they are prescribed or are recommended on the label for over-the-counter products. Use the correct measuring devices for liquid medicines.