Understanding Your Prescription Labels
Prescription labels contain important information for taking medications safely. Many seniors glance at labels without reading all details. Taking extra seconds to understand every part of the label can prevent errors. Knowledge is your best defense against medication mistakes.
处方标签包含安全用药的重要信息。花额外几秒钟理解标签的每个部分可以防止错误。
Check the medication name and strength carefully. Make sure the medication matches what your doctor prescribed. Note the dosage strength. Taking wrong strength can cause serious problems. If the medication looks different from your previous prescription ask your pharmacist to confirm.
仔细检查药物名称和剂量强度。确保药物与医生开的处方一致。如果药物与之前的处方看起来不同请药剂师确认。
Read instructions for when and how to take each medication. Some need to be taken with food others on an empty stomach. Certain medications should not be taken with grapefruit juice. Note warnings about driving. Understanding these instructions keeps you safe.
阅读每种药物的服用时间和方式说明。有些需要随餐服用，有些空腹服用。某些药物不应与西柚汁同服。
Check the expiration date and discard expired medications properly. Keep medications in original containers. If you have questions about any part of your prescription label ask your pharmacist before leaving the pharmacy.
检查过期日期并妥善处理过期药物。保持药物在原装容器中。如有疑问在离开药房前咨询药剂师。
