Medication in the home can be extremely hazardous to children,
but with a little common sense and some precautions, you can
keep you child safe. Starting when they are very young, talk to
your children about the danger of taking medication that is not
meant for them. Explain to your children that medicines are only
to be taken when absolutely necessary, and that they should only
take medicine if a trusted adult gives it to them. Continue to
talk to you children as they get older. One in 7 teens admits to
abusing prescription drugs to get high for the first time. Many
teens falsely believe that prescription drugs are much safer
than illegal drugs. Here are some general safety guidelines to
keep in mind: - Do not rely on child-proof safety caps to keep
your child from getting into your medications. Many children are
clever enough to open these types of bottles – a determined
child can chew their way in to anything eventually! With young
children in the house, it is essential to keep all medicines in
a locked ca