All medicines may be dangerous if taken the wrong way, by the wrong person, or in the wrong amount.
Sometimes people think that medicines bought at a pharmacy without a prescription are safer than those that need a prescription. Remember that over-the-counter medicines are just as dangerous as prescription medicines. They should only be taken when needed and only as the label directs.
These days, many people choose natural health products to enhance or improve their health. Many choose these products because they feel they are safer alternatives than prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Natural health products should be treated with just as much caution as any other type of medicine. They should only be taken as directed and should be stored safely when not in use.