Medicines Don't Mix

Script for a 30-Second Television Public Service Announcement

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Male Actor:

I have to admit, I'd never given it that much thought. Taking different medicines at the same time, I mean. Like me, I was taking a prescription pain reliever after my knee surgery. But I was still hurting. So, I took an over-the-counter medicine as well. Until my doctor pointed out that they both contained the same pain reliever. So, I was actually taking more than I was supposed to without even realizing it. The best way to be sure is to know your medicines. Take the time to be careful.

Narrator:

A message from the National Council of Patient Information and Education and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.