Halloween Treats May Interfere with Medications for People with Eight Health Conditions
Thursday, October 30, 2025
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As Halloween approaches, pharmacists are raising awareness about the potential risks some common treats pose to people managing specific health conditions. Certain candies and chocolates, often enjoyed on October 31st, may interact adversely with medications, leading to serious side effects.
Individuals with conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, epilepsy, and heart disease need to exercise particular caution. Ingredients like high sugar content, caffeine, and certain additives found in popular Halloween sweets can interfere with medication effectiveness or exacerbate symptoms.