Drugs strong enough to heal can also hurt if taken incorrectly. Never share or take anyone else's medication. Do not take medication in the dark. Only give a child medication when you are fully awake and alert. Some prescriptions or OTC products come with cups for dosing.
Cups differ in size and dosing measurements.
Do not use a cup from another product. When the prescription expires, destroy the unused medication and bottle. Some pharmacies will take care of this for you. This information may come in handy during a medical emergency. Understanding your prescription is a key to treating the condition for which it was prescribed.