“Take 2 hours after eating. Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking this medication.”
“Take on an empty stomach. Do not take with aspirin.”
“Take twice per day with meals and a full glass of water. Could cause excessive drowsiness.”
Imagine seeking to effectively manage several prescriptions, from various doctors, taken at several times each day, with varied and perhaps even conflicting recommendations. Welcome to the day to day routine of countless older adults, 36% of whom take as many as five or more prescription medications concurrently.
Medicine mismanagement for seniors is understandably prevalent, and may produce frightening consequences. Proper prescription management can help seniors remain safe and compliant with doctors’ recommended regimens. These pointers, are a great place to begin with proper prescription management for seniors:
At Morning Glory Home Care, our care staff are always here to make sure meds are taken exactly when and how they’re prescribed, together with an entire variety of personalized in-home care services to empower older adults to remain secure, independent, and flourishing. Email or call our senior care experts at 618-667-8400 for a complimentary in-home consultation or for more information on the best home care in Belleville and the surrounding area.
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