Before starting a new prescription, over-the-counter medication or herbal supplement, discuss these questions with your pharmacist to avoid any dangerous interactions.
- What is this medication used for?
- How should I take this medication?
- How do I take it?
- How much?
- How often and at what time?
- For how long?
- With or without food?
- Will this interact with any of the other medications I take?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
- When will the medicine begin to work?
- How will I know if the medicine is working? What should I do if it doesn’t seem to work?
- What side effects should I watch for?
- How long will they last?
- What should I do if they occur?
- How can I lessen the side effects?
- While I’m taking this medicine, should I avoid:
- Driving, operating machinery, etc.?
- Drinking alcohol?
- Eating certain foods?
- Taking certain medications?
- Any other precautions?
- How should I store this medication?
- Are there any special instructions about using this medication?
- Are there any laboratory tests that I should get while on this medication?
- Should I take any specific/additional dietary supplements or vitamins while on this medication?
If you have any other questions about your medications, call the Tria Help Desk at 1.888.799.TRIA (8742) to speak confidentially with a clinical pharmacist. Visit TriaHealth.com for more resources.
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