Many times patients will undergo an unexpected health change well into the calendar year that changes their prescription drug needs, which may include a medication not on their plan’s formulary. In other cases, pa...
According to the FDA, the approved prescribing information — also called the package insert or professional labeling — is the actual prescription drug label. This information is several pages long and may contain about 17 sections. It’s intended to help providers properly prescribe the medication,...
If your doctor suggests additional testing or treatment, make sure you get lab orders, a prescription, or a referral (if needed) right away. If you need a follow-up appointment, make sure you schedule that before leaving the office. This will save you the headache of having to cal...
read time:4 min Topics: Health & Wellness You have rights as a patient to make sure you’re getting the best medical care and outcomes possible. But to really take advantage of your patient rights in healthcare and get the most out of your doctor’s appointment, you should kn...
Below are a few questions to ask your doctor about how to take your prescription medication: Do I take it every day? How many times a day? What time of day? Do I need to take it with or without food? Is there anything I can't eat or drink while I'm on it? What should I ...
Understanding How Prescription Medication Compliance Is Affected By Out Of The Home ActivitiesWayne ChungJanna C KimelBrad Needham
A doctorate in pharmacy, also called a PharmD, is a doctoral degree that prepares graduates to work as pharmacists. Pharmacists provide patients with prescription medications, give directions on how to properly take medications and explain any side effects a patient may expect from medication....
Since iOS 16, Apple has allowed you to enter all of your prescription medications, over the counter medications, and vitamins so that you can get reminders to take medication, check for interactions, and more. In iOS 17, Apple has taken the feature further by adding Follow Up Reminders for...
You think medication might help ease your symptoms. Recommendations: Eat bland, soft, and low-fiber foods such as bananas, rice, toast, mashed potatoes, yogurt, or cottage cheese. Drink plenty of water and electrolyte drinks, such as Gatorade or Pedialyte, to replace lost fluids. (If you ha...
In a new section of the app called "Medications," you can enter all of your prescription medications, over the counter medications, and vitamins that you take so you can get reminders to take medication, check for interactions, and more. ...