Make a list of drugs that have been prescribed for you and take the list with you to your physician, pharmacist, hospital and/or health care agency involved in your care.

Things you should know:

• Name of drug (generic or trade)
• Dosage
• Frequency (how often you take the medication)
• Why you are taking the drug
• Side effects
• How can you minimize side effects (such as taking the drug on a full stomach)
• Route taken (such as by injection, inhaler, or orally)

Please notify your health care professional of any allergies you have. Also don’t hesitate to call your health care professional with any questions or concerns.