Have you ever had a drug interaction or allergy? It can be a scary-- or even life-threatening-- experience.

The latest article on the Mental Health site sheds light on the risks and realities of psychotropic drug interactions. Guest author (and fellow BellaOnline editor) Michelle Taylor learned the hard way that doctors can't know everything about how the drugs they prescribe will affect patients, and she provides tips on protecting your family:

Steroids and Bipolar Do Not Mix Well
For my son with Bipolar disorder, taking Prednisone was almost a deadly mistake.

Please read Michelle's important warning to all those who take medications for mental health conditions. And share your thoughts in the forum!


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Erin Kelley-Soderholm, Mental Health Editor
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