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Jul 06
2022

Expired Medication? | Doctor Explains Medicine Safety and Common Pitfalls 💊

In today’s episode I take you through some useful tips on how to get the most out of your prescribed medication to ensure that you are taking it correctly and safely.

Over 300 million prescriptions are given to patients each year in Australia alone and there are a number of pitfalls that can take place along a medication journey.

CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR

This is arguably one of the most important tips. Whilst you are in your consultation with your doctor, be sure to cover the following to get the best understanding:

- What is the medicine for

- How long should I take it

- How often should I take it

- When should I expect to see a change

- What are the side effects

- When should I come back

PHARMACY

The next step in your medication journey is to speak with the pharmacist. I have personally been dispensed expired medication which is not ideal as expired medication may not work and they may have untoward side effects. Usually pharmacists should be checking all the medications before dispensing, however as seen in my example this is not always the case. Here are some things to consider when getting your medication:

- Check the expiry

- Check the label for the correct name, medication, dosage and instructions.

- Make sure the medication is sealed.

AT HOME

Now that you have your medication, be sure to continue with your safety checks before taking your medication.

- Read the package insert

- Reflect on how you feel after taking the medication - do you have any side effects?

- Make an appointment to see your doctor for follow up.

CHAPTERS

0.05 Introduction

0:50 Doctor Consultation

7:33 Pharmacy Dispensing

11.24 Package Insert

11.58 Over The Counter Medication

13.25 Conclusion

With the above tips you can continue to take your medications safely and effectively. I hope you enjoyed this video and as always if you have any questions or comments please drop me in a line below.

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Nov 13
2020

Ever walked into a pharmacy and felt overwhelmed by all of the different medicines and vitamins? 💊

Whether you’re taking prescribed medication or over the counter supplements, it’s time to question what they are for, how you are taking them and what potential side effects they have. If medicines are not used correctly, serious issues can occur. Each year 230,000 Australians are hospitalised with problems by their medicines. It is vital that your medications are reviewed regularly by your doctor to ensure they are still needed.

So next time you’re getting a script make sure you’ve got all your information. If you have any concerns or questions please pop by and see me in clinic.

Take care and stay healthy 😘

Dr Nora 💉

For more information visit nps.org.au/bemedicinewise

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Sep 30
2019

Are you due a medication review? 💊

If you are on prescribed medication long term, it is important that these are checked regularly by your doctor to make sure you are on the correct dose and they are still working for you.

Some medications require regular blood test monitoring to ensure that there have been no unwanted effects on the body.

If you are unsure about your last medication review or have any questions please pop by and see me in clinic.

Take care and stay healthy 😘

Dr Nora 💉

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Aug 29
2019

Ever walked into a chemist and felt overwhelmed by all of the different medicines and vitamins? This week is all about being Medicine Wise. 💊

Whether you’re taking prescribed medication or over the counter supplements it’s time to question what they are for, how you are taking them and what potential side effects they have. If medicines are not used correctly, serious issues can occur. Each year 230,000 Australians are hospitalised with problems by their medicines. It is vital that your medications are reviewed regularly by your doctor to ensure they are still needed.

So next time your getting a script make sure you’ve got all your information. If you have any concerns or questions please pop by and see me in clinic.

Take care and stay healthy 😘

Dr Nora 💉

For more information visit nps.org.au/bemedicinewise

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Dec 25
2018

Merry Christmas to you and your families. Wishing you all the very best of health and success for 2019 🎉🎉 Take care and stay healthy x

Dr Nora 💉

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Expired Medication? | Doctor Explains Medicine Safety and Common Pitfalls 💊