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Health Tip: Follow Directions When Taking Medication

(HealthDay News) -- A number of adverse effects can result if you don't take a medication as directed.

The American Academy of Family Physicians offers this list of possibilities:

  • Side effects, such as dizziness or nausea.

  • An interaction with another drug.

  • An interaction with a food or beverage.

  • An allergic reaction.

  • A sensitivity that results from use of the drug, such as sensitivity to the sun.

Date Last Reviewed: 11/6/2009
Date Last Modified: 11/6/2009