Talk to your doctor—seven questions you will want to ask about your medicines
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist. Get the facts about your medicine
"I talk to my doctor each time she prescribes a new medicine. I take my list of questions in and go point by point. I also find my pharmacist helpful in answering my questions. I'm not one to take medicine without knowing the facts."
Seven questions you will want to ask about your medicines
Ask these questions before you leave your doctor's office. Take this list with you each time you visit your doctor. Be sure to write your answers and keep them where you will see them.
Ask your doctor:
- What is the name of the medicine, and why am I taking it?
- What medical condition does this medicine treat?
- How many times a day and how much medicine should I take? For how long?
- How long will it take to work?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
- Are there any side effects I should know about? When should I call you if I am having side effects?
- Can I safely mix this medicine with the remedies, vitamins, and OTC drugs I am taking?
Each time you visit: Be sure to ask your doctor if you still need to be on all your medicines. |
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