Prevention Resource Center

Keep a Comprehensive Medication List
Note dosage, frequency, and special instructions.

Centralize and Organize Medications
Use pill organizers with compartments for each day and time

Use Reminders
Set alarms on phones or smart devices

Prescription Drug Misuse is the improper use of
medication. This includes:

Taking someone else’s medication

Taking a larger/smaller dose than prescribed

Taking medication differently than intended

Prescription drug misuse can impact people of all
ages. There are major risks associated, like side
effects from medications or leading to addiction.