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Medication Tips
Proper Medication is an Important factor thatwill help you recover form any ailments you have.
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The first rule of medications is to know whyyou need each drug before you use it.
Last Updated - 31st October 2005
LEARN THE FACTS
- What is the name of the medication?
- Why do you need the medication?
- How long does the medication take to work?
- How long will you need to take the medication?
- How and when do you take the medication?
- Are there any non-drug alternatives?
The following are basic guidelines for taking prescription and non-prescriptionmedications:
- Use medications only if non-drug approaches are not working.
- Know the benefits and the side effects of a medication before youtake it.
- Take the minimum effective dose.
- Never take a medication prescribed for someone else.
- Follow the prescription instructions exactly.
- Keep medications tightly capped in their original containers andstore them as directed.
- Do not take medications in front of small children as children tendto mimic adults.
- Never refer to medication as "candy".
- Add a consumer's guide to medications to your home health library.
CONSIDER THE RISKS and BENEFITS
- How much will the medication help?
- What are the side effects or other risks?
- Could this medication interact with other medicationsthat you are currently taking.
- How does this medication interact with any othernon-prescription drugs you may take.
- Should you avoid any foods, alcohol or activitieswhile taking this medication.
ASK ABOUT COSTS
- How much does the medication cost?
- Is a generic form of the medication availableand appropriate for you?
- Is there another medication that will work thatmay be less expensive?
LET YOUR DOCTOR KNOW
- Your concerns about the medication.
- About all other medications you are taking (prescriptionand non-prescription).
- Any adverse reactions to the medication.
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