The Problem: Mixing Substances is the Real Killer.
Harmful drug reactions are a significant public health burden, yet many cases go unreported or unrecognized. These statistics reveal the scale of the problem.
Annual emergency department visits due to adverse drug events in the United States alone
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Patients admitted to hospitals each year because of adverse drug events
Source: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Of adults over 65 take 5 or more prescription medications regularly
Source: Journal of the American Medical Association
Of adverse drug events are potentially preventable with better medication management
Source: Institute for Safe Medication Practices
Real Lives, Real Stories
Behind every statistic is a person whose life has been affected by medication errors.
After my mother experienced a severe reaction from two medications that shouldn't have been prescribed together, I realized how critical medication safety education really is.
As a pharmacist, I see potential drug interactions every day. Better awareness and tools are needed to prevent these incidents before they happen.
I nearly lost my father to a preventable adverse drug reaction. The MedSafe Project is doing vital work to raise awareness about these underreported dangers.
Tools That Help
Several online resources can help you check for potential drug interactions.
Drug Interaction Checkers
Online tools that allow you to check if your medications interact with each other.
Medication Management Apps
Mobile applications that help you keep track of your medications and potential interactions.
Educational Resources
Guides and articles to help you understand how to prevent medication errors.