10 Tips for Safe Medications Use
From Teri Robert, former About.com Guide
Updated: July 18, 2006
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When you have a health issues, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Migraine disease and chronic headaches can leave you feeling very isolated and powerless. Remember -- Knowledge is power! With Internet access, we have more information available to us than every before. Use that resource, work with your doctors, and never stop learning!
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- Talk to your doctor when he or she writes your prescription...
- At the pharmacy, stop and read the consumer medication information leaflet...
- If you think of questions at home, call your doctor...
- Once your questions are answered, file the CMI for future reference...
- Store your meds so they stay safe and in good condition...
- Do you have trouble remembering to take your medications?
- Share information and form a team of your doctors...
- Review all of your medications with your doctor periodically...
- Knowledge...
- Who's ultimately responsible for your safety?
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