Difference

[Ellder]

what is the difference between drug contraindication and a drug precaution?

[Anntoin]

A drug contraindication spells out under what conditions the drug should not be used(e.g. contraindicated during pregnancy, or if simultaneously taking drug X)

A precaution is similar, but is usually used as a warning of the potential effects of the drug being taken(e.g. do not drive following taking).

I hope this helps,

Mike