86.3 Information re: Prescription Drugs
Whereas, Drugs themselves or in interaction with foods and/or other drugs can produce varying reactions and side effects in different individuals;
Whereas, People may not be aware of these effects and thus their health may be seriously affected; and,
Whereas, Doctors and pharmacists have the information readily available;
RESOLVED, That The National Council of Women of Canada urge the Government of Canada to inaugurate policies to make it mandatory to have auxiliary information labels and warning stickers on prescription and non-prescription drugs, especially relating to side effects when combined with certain foods and other drugs; and further,
RESOLVED, That The National Council of Women of Canada urge the Local Councils to inform their members of the importance of consulting with a doctor and/or pharmacist for information regarding drugs prescribed for their use.