How to Read a Medicine Label Correctly

Name and strength: confirm it matches what was prescribed or recommended.
Directions: how much to take, how often and for how long.
Warnings: cautions about other medicines, food or activities.
Batch number and dates: useful for tracking and for checking expiry.
Storage instructions: temperature and light requirements.

A medicine label carries more information than most people notice. Taking a minute to read it can prevent avoidable mistakes.

What to look for

If anything on the label is unclear, ask a pharmacist before using the medicine.

This article is general information and is not medical advice. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist about your own situation.