Medications

Important information about your medications. 

Keep Your List with You 

• Always carry a current list of your medications and allergies with you.
• Update your list in this notebook when medications are added or stopped.
• Inform your care team when a provider changes or adds a new medication or home remedy. 

Take as Prescribed 

• Take medications on time; ask for a schedule that works for you.
• If you miss a dose, do not take two doses at the next scheduled time. Do not stop taking medications unless your provider instructs you to do so.
• Avoid aspirin. 

Medication Refills 

• Please allow 48 hours for medication refills, some may require a new written prescription.
• Please note: Prescriptions that are mailed may take up to 7 days to reach your home. Please notify us as soon as possible when you will need a refill prescription. 

Medication Safety 

• Keep all prescription pain medications in a locked place; if stolen, call the police.
• Keep all medications in original containers and away from children and animals.
• Ask for easy-open bottles if you have difficulty opening prescription bottles.
• Read all labels thoroughly.