MANAGING MEDICATIONS Presented by Name goes here June

MANAGING MEDICATIONS Presented by: Name goes here June 7, 2021 1

MANAGING MEDICATIONS o Regardless of the number of medications a person takes, adverse side effects are always possible o Noncompliance with prescribed medication regimens is probably even more common 2

MANAGING MEDICATIONS o Factors contributing to noncompliance: o Communication problems between provider and patient o Unpleasant side effects o Multiple medications o High cost of some medications 3

MANAGING MEDICATIONS o Dangers of failing to take a medication as prescribed: o Condition for which it is prescribed will not be well controlled o May develop new medical problems, such as mental confusion or injuries from a fall o Adverse drug reactions 4

MANAGING MEDICATIONS o Understand why the medication has been prescribed o Maintain a medication list o Ask about food and drinks that should be avoided while taking your medication o Ask your primary provider to review all of your medications o Take notes 5

MANAGING MEDICATIONS o Report any unexpected or unpleasant side effects to your health care provider o Use medication organizers or pill boxes o Refill prescriptions in a timely manner o Ask your pharmacist to contact your provider or insurance company if you feel you cannot afford a medication that has been prescribed 6

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION o Food and Drug Administration o www. fda. gov/Drugs/Resources. For. You/Con sumers/default. htm 7