- Ginkgo combined with aspirin: Both of these drugs are available in over-the-counter forms, making it easy to fly under the radar of health care professionals. Together, this cocktail can cause dangerous bleeding problems.
- Statins combined with vitamin B: The cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins can be dangerous when combined with vitamin B supplements. The result is potential kidney failure.
In addition, purchasing all of your prescription and over-the-counter drugs in the same pharmacy can help you track your usage and will assist the pharmacist in identifying any dangerous mixes. Be sure to ask your pharmacist to record your over-the-counter purchases as well as your prescriptions so you have a working log to consult prior to incorporating any new medicines into your healthcare program. Never hesitate to ask as many questions as you need to in order to be sure you’re making safe decisions regarding your medicines. There are no dumb questions when it comes to your health.