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With over 34 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, it’s not surprising that many of our calls involve medications used to treat this disease. Patients with diabetes can be on multiple medications and dosing mistakes are common. Before you panic, call Missouri Poison Center with any mishaps or questions at 1-800-222-1222.

Are you on multiple medications? It can be difficult to keep track of everything, so follow these 5 important tips to keep you safe when managing your health with medications.

“Should I take expired medications?” Although this question may sound simple, the answer is a bit complicated. It all begins with safety. The mandated expiration date traces back to a law passed in 1979 requiring drug manufacturers to provide a specific date on their medications to guarantee potency and safety of the product up to that date.

Q: What does every over-the-counter medicine have in common? Answer: A “ Drug Facts” label. This instructional label gives you important information about what the medicine does and how to safely take it, SO READ IT. Reading the label is…