Medicines Risk Fact Sheet
Prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines (OTC), dietary supplements, and even some herbal products can cause side effects that increase your risk of a fall or motor vehicle crash. Use this fact sheet [PDF – 2 pages] to identify medicines that put you at risk, potential side effects, and questions to ask your doctor.
The following two documents can help you list your personal information.
- Personal Medicines List to keep track of your medicines.
- Personal Action Plan to guide your conversation with your doctor or pharmacist.