These 5 Common Drug Combos Could Harm You

“Two perfectly safe medications — taken together — nearly poisoned my patient.”

That’s how one of the scariest moments of my pharmacy career began.
In this video, I’ll show you the most dangerous drug interactions I’ve seen — the ones your doctor might not warn you about. From statins and antibiotics to blood thinners, antidepressants, and even natural supplements like St. John’s Wort, these combinations can cause dizziness, muscle breakdown, internal bleeding, or even heart failure.

💊 What You’ll Learn:
00:00 My real patient story: How a simple combination turned toxic
00:48 Why drug interactions happen (and how they sneak past your doctor)
02:00 The 5 most dangerous medication combinations to avoid
04:16 How supplements and grapefruit juice can cause serious problems
05:23 My pharmacist-approved checklist to protect yourself
06:33 The life-saving takeaway from John’s story

⚠️ Common Dangerous Combos Covered:
Statins + Certain Antibiotics (Clarithromycin, Erythromycin)
Warfarin + NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Naproxen)
SSRIs (Zoloft, Prozac) + Triptans (Migraine meds)
Lisinopril + Potassium supplements
Alcohol + Metformin or Oxycodone

💡 Pharmacist Tips:
✅ Use ONE pharmacy for all your prescriptions
✅ Always bring your supplement list
✅ Watch for new symptoms after starting a new med
✅ Ask before mixing alcohol, vitamins, or OTC products

If you or someone you love takes multiple medications or supplements — this video could literally save a life.
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👨‍⚕️ About Pharmacist Michael:
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