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Medimate: Talk openly with your doctor and pharmacistTalk openly with your doctor and pharmacist
All medicines have benefits and risks
To make sure you get the best medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist about:- health problems you are having
- all the other medicines you are using, including natural and herbal medicines and any medicines from the supermarket or pharmacy — it may not be safe to use certain medicines together
- any allergies you have
- any problems you’ve had with medicines in the past
- whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or if there is a chance you may become pregnant while using the medicine
- your preferences and choices — can you choose between tablets and capsules?
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your health and medicines.
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
- Questions to ask your doctor and pharmacist
- Find out about medicine side effects
- 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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References to brands should not be taken as an endorsement by NPS.
