Medicines At Home
DO keep a daily checklist of all the medicines you take. Include both prescription and OTC medicines. Note the name of each medicine, the doctor who prescribed it, the amount you take, and the times of day you take it. Keep a copy in your medicine cabinet and one in your wallet or pocketbook.
DO read and save any written information that comes with the medicine.
DO check the label on your medicine before taking it to make sure that it is for the correct person — you — with the correct directions prescribed for you by your doctor.
DO take medicine in the exact amount and precise schedule your doctor prescribes.
DO check the expiration dates on your medicine bottles and throw away medicine that has expired.
DO call your doctor right away if you have any problems with your medicines or if you are worried that the medicine might be doing more harm than good. He or she may be able to change your medicine to another one that will work just as well.
DO NOT take medicines prescribed for another person or give yours to someone else.
DO NOT stop taking a prescription drug unless your doctor says it’s okay — even if you are feeling better.
DO NOT take more or less than the prescribed amount of any medicine.
DO NOT mix alcohol and medicine unless your doctor says it’s okay. Some medicines may not work well or may make you sick if taken with alcohol.
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^{Note : Information herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should not use this information for diagnosing or treating a medical or health condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your professional healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider before beginning any course of supplementation or treatment.}