Whether you're taking prescriptions for ongoing health conditions or over-the-counter medicine for minor injuries and illnesses, they need to be kept out of reach of your kids. Follow these safety tips to protect the health and safety of every family member.

How to Prevent Prescription Accidents With Your Kids

1. Keep All Medicine in One Place

All your medicine should be in a closed cupboard that your children can’t reach. That way, the pills will be out of sight and out of mind. Keep all medicines stored there, including antiseptics, ointments, supplements, and other medications that aren’t in pill form. Daily prescriptions and pill sorters should not be left out for convenience; they should go in the same hard-to-reach area to prevent your children from stumbling upon them and possibly taking them.

2. Secure Your Prescriptions Every Time

Whenever you take your medicine, make sure to close it securely and put it away afterward. Many medications have childproof packaging to keep your child safe; however, childproofing only works if the medications are stored correctly. Make sure any visitors to your home are securely storing their prescriptions as well to avoid any accidents.

3. Talk to Your Kids

Many kids swallow medication out of curiosity or confusion. Young children explore things with their mouths and are also likely to think brightly colored pills are candy. Explain to your child the difference between candy and medication and tell them that taking medicine at the wrong time can make them sick. Even if you think they don’t fully understand right away, talking to them reduces the risk of accidental ingestion.

For childproof containers and more medication advice, visit Pack Pharmacy in Cincinnati, OH. Serving Hamilton County for 70 years, their dedicated staff provides everything from over-the-counter generics to specialty medications. They also offer consultations to help you with prescription management. For questions, call (513) 871-7770 or visit their website today.