Commonplace things are so much a part of our lives that we seldom give a second thought to them. But it's possible that among these very common products, some are quite harmful to us. Here is a rundown of nine items that you may maybe misusing: 

Antibiotics

In a survey conducted in Mumbai, 39% of the respondents said they did not complete their antibiotic courses, and 53% said that they share antibiotics with others. This misuse contributes to antibiotic resistance, creating a situation where infections become harder to treat. 

Laundry Detergent Pods

About 12% of Americans keep laundry pods inside beautifully decorated containers, which, in turn, can lead to accidental poisoning, especially among children.

Plastic Food Containers

Heating with hot food or microwaving plastic food containers can leach harmful chemicals like BPA into your food. 

Nonstick Cookware

Overheating the nonstick pan can release poisonous fumes with serious health implications. Stainless steel or cast iron will afford more safety.

Air Fresheners

Some air fresheners release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are irritants to the respiratory system. Natural alternatives such as essential oils are safer.

Unused Medicines

Surveys show that improper disposal of unused medicines by 75% of Indian households has polluted the environment.

E-Waste

Old electronic devices are often disposed of along with regular waste, which poses serious hazards to the environment. Therefore, it should be recycled properly.

Household Cleaners

Some of them contain ingredients such as triclosan that have been indicated to disrupt the normal functioning of hormones and can cause antibiotic resistance. Opt for eco-friendly or homemade cleaning tips.