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Medimate: Find out about medicine side effectsFind out about medicine side effects
Medicines can sometimes cause unwanted effects. Most of these are not serious but some can be. If you are at all concerned, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Find out more:
When you get a new medicine, find out:
- what the side effects could be
- any problems to watch out for
- what to do if a side effect occurs
- how soon you need to act.
You may be able to avoid or manage some side effects by planning ahead. For example, taking some medicines with food may reduce stomach upsets. If a medicine makes you sleepy, make arrangements so you don’t have to drive or operate machinery.
Find out more:
- Why you need to get to know your medicines
- Medicines don't just come on prescription
- You may need more than medicine
- Be an active partner in using your medicines
- Talk openly with your doctor and pharmacist
- Questions to ask your doctor and pharmacist
- Use consumer medicine information (CMI) leaflets
- Learn about generic medicines
- What to do if you regularly use several medicines
- Keep an up-to-date Medicines List
- Information on medicines and health
You can download a full copy of Medimate or order a free copy.
Date published: 2009-09-23 00:00:00
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