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Take Charge!
„ Know what you’re taking and tell all
health-care professionals your dose
and when you take it.
„ Keep a running list of medications
you’ve stopped. Record when you
stopped and why.
Abused Prescription Medications
Most people who take prescription
medications use them responsibly, but
sometimes people do not take them as
directed and may become addicted. While
many prescription medications can be
abused or misused, these three classes are
most commonly abused:
„ Opioids - often prescribed to treat pain.
„ CNS Depressants - used to treat
anxiety and sleep disorders.
„ Stimulants - prescribed to treat
narcolepsy, attention deficit/
hyperactivity disorder, and
sometimes asthma.
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Over-the-Counter Drugs Medicine is a tool. Used right, it can help you
It’s important to keep track of the non- feel better. Used wrong it can harm and hurt Wellness
prescription medicines you take as well. you. Know your medications, why you take them, & Nutrition
what they do for you and how they work. Let No. 3
the doctor(s) know all the medications you are
„ Tell your doctor about any over-the-counter on, including any vitamins or supplements.
drugs you’ve been taking. Doctors make treatment decisions so you
„ Be careful when mixing herb teas, over-the- can heal. Keep track of all medications. When
you save time for your doctor by sharing this
counter drugs, and prescription medications. information, you also receive better care. Knowing your medications is critical in
„ Store brands can be as good a value as emergencies, or when you are put in the hospital or undergo surgery.
brand names.
The Doctor Says... Understand Your
Prescriptions and
Homeopathic Medicines Medications Before you
Leave the Doctor’s Office:
Herbal medications and natual supplements are 8 You need to be able to tell me what Medication Managing Your
other ways to treat medical conditions. medication you’re taking, the doses, „ What is it for?
„ Homeopathic medicines can be as and how consistently you’re taking „ What time is it taken?
them.
dangerous to use as prescription drugs. If „ Is it taken with food
using homeopathic medications, consult a 8 Tell me all the vitamins and or without?
supplements you’re taking.
professional in the field. „ Are there other medicines or foods
to avoid?
„ Be sure to tell your doctor if you are taking 8 Tell me about any home remedies
you’re doing. „ Is it safe to drive when taken?
any supplements. 8 Tell me about any illegal drugs „ Are there any side effects?
you’ve done or tried, or you’re on Follow the directions on your
now. BE HONEST. This can affect medication:
anything I will prescribe. „ Always take the full amount of
Disclaimer: 8 When I prescribe something I want medication prescribed.
Learnovation, LLC’s mission is to empower people to manage
their health. This information is not intended as a substitute to know if you’re going to have a „ Call your doctor if you have any new
for professional medical advice, emergency treatment or problem affording it, following the or unusual symptoms
formal first-aid training. Don’t use this information to directions, or taking it correctly.
diagnose or develop a treatment plan for a health problem or „ Don’t share medication or horde it.
disease without consulting a qualified health-care provider.
If you’re in a life-threatening or emergency medical situation, „ Throw out expired medication.
seek medical assistance immediately.