HIPAA labels are a staple in pharmacies across the country. HIPAA labels are designed to cover up other information. Produced with gray back material, HIPAA labels are no normal white label. In fact, they are special because they cover up previous information. HIPAA labels are opaque making it impossible to read any information beneath them. They are manufactured using a dark gray permanent adhesive that will NOT peel off. Whether a mishap occurred and must be covered up or simply to eliminate information that is unnecessary and could be confusing to the patient, HIPAA labels are utilized to cover previous information and provide new, accurate information. HIPAA labels can be used in conjunction with other pharmacy auxiliary labels for drugs to accurately and effectively convey the information a patient needs to most beneficially take his medication.