Drugs are a great way to alleviate or treat the effects of illnesses. They are made from a combination of chemical components. But what is important to note is that these drugs have side effects which may be determined by the dosages, usages, and the body’s reactions.

You are therefore advised to be fully aware of the possible side effects of medications. If you are already aware and you are okay, use the drug. If the drug shows its side effects, you can proceed to launch a lawsuit against the pharmaceutical company and or against the pharmacy.

The following reasons are what might inspire you to seek compensation;

• To cater for further medical expenses
• To alleviate the psychological effects of your complications
• To compensate you for the financial losses at work/business as a result of the complications
• To pay for the counseling you had to attend as a result of the complications

Atripla lawsuits are one good example of how the law can come to your rescue when your medications take a turn for the worse. The following are some useful tips that can also be considered good drug habits.

1. Seek medical advice

Over the counter drugs expose you to an increased degree or possibility of danger. It is, therefore, always paramount to ensure that before buying/consuming any drug/medication, you should seek the doctor’s opinion. This is instrumental in making sure that all possible effects are identified before it is too late.

2. Seek a second opinion

This is very important in the medical world. It will always be vital to ensure that you are prescribed the right medication for the right illness. This, by no means, translates to not trusting your doctor; you do it to be sure. After all, your health should always come first.

3. Understand your medical condition

It is always important to fully understand and be aware of what you are treating or curing. Doing so will ensure that you always use your medication the right way. Doing so ensures that your recovery is timely, and it also avoids complications.

4. Handle your medication the right way

At some point in your medication, you may have come across the writings “store in a cool, dry place” or “keep refrigerated.” Such instructions mean that is the right way to handle the drugs. Doing the contrary will mean that medication might have a chemical reaction with the surrounding environment. If that happens, your prescription will lose its effectiveness or turn our to be poison.

5. Use your medicines the right way

To attain or to achieve maximum results of your medication, you must do it the right way. What does this mean? Take a look at these two points;

• Administer or use it as required
• Use it as per the intervals prescribed

6. Be keen on the expiry dates

All medication have expiry dates indicated on the packaging. Consuming expired medication will translate to ineffectiveness or increased risks of complications.

7. Read the instructions leaflet

This is the most overlooked part of any medicine; it is very vital to read it and understand thoroughly. It contains;

• The description of the drug
• Its Chemical composition
• The correct way of using it
• All the possible side effects
• Who is supposed to use the drug and who is not supposed to use the drug