Medication Mistakes to Avoid in 2026 🚫💊
By Sherif Temiyemi
Here are 15 most common mistakes to steer clear of in this new year:
1. Fufu fix: Don’t use fufu to swallow pills – it can stick them in your throat 🍚.
2. Booze alert: Drinking alcohol while on medication can lead to nasty interactions 🍺..
3. Prescription is personal: Sharing prescriptions is a no-go – it can harm others and won’t help you 💔…
4. Verify vendors: Only buy meds from trusted sources – roadside sellers are a risk 🚫….
5. Tapering required: Don’t stop meds cold turkey – consult your doc first 💡…..
6. Herb-drug clash: Mixing herbal remedies with meds? Check for clashes first 🌿……
7. Antibiotic abuse: Don’t take antibiotics for every fever or cold – it breeds resistance 🤒…….
8. Pill form matters: Crushing certain pills can ruin their effectiveness 💔……..
9. Heat is enemy: Store meds in cool, dry places – not in cars or kitchens 🔥……….
10. Water works best: Take meds with water, not tea or energy drinks ☕️………..
11. Dose is personal: Don’t guess doses – follow your prescription 📝…………
12. Old meds are out: Don’t reuse leftover meds for new symptoms 💔………….
13. Food for thought: Follow food instructions – some meds need food, others need an empty stomach 🍴………..
14. Expiry check: Don’t use expired meds – they might not work or be safe 📆………….
15. Stick to the plan: Don’t skip doses or double up – it can mess with your treatment 😬………………
Are you guilty of any of these?
