Drugs and Medications - What You Should Know

Explore the world of pharmaceuticals with UCLA nephrologist Dr. Anjay Rastogi in this informative 33-minute talk. Gain essential knowledge about drugs and medications, including how to interpret prescriptions, understand drug interactions, and distinguish between allergies and intolerances. Learn about medication errors, the importance of maintaining a comprehensive medication list, and factors affecting drug activity. Discover the journey of a drug from ingestion to elimination, FDA approval processes, and drug recalls. Equip yourself with valuable insights to make informed decisions about your health and medication management.

Introduction
What is a drug
Medication errors
How to read a prescription
Medication list
Time of day
Active vs inactive ingredients
Drug allergies vs intolerance
What happens when you ingest
Drug elimination routes
Drug interactions
Factors that affect drug activity
How to take the drug
FDA approval
Drug recalls