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For many seniors, medications play a big role in managing health problems. Remember, however, that all medications, whether prescribed by a doctor or bought over the counter, have potentially toxic side effects that can cause significant problems. Read on to find out several simple but important steps for avoiding the risk. There are two types of medications: prescription drugs (which...http://assistinghandspb.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/medication-safety1.jpg?w=490