BRIDGES WORKSHOP_TEEN_MedicationManagement.txt

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Bridges to the Future 
Transitional Care Program 

Medication Management 

 

 

 

 

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Important Information 

�The information in this presentation is offered to supplement 
the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor 
implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. 
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health provider prior to starting any new treatment, dietary 
change or exercise program, or with any questions regarding 
medical conditions or information in this workshop. 
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Managing medication 
is vital for people with 
complex or chronic 
medical conditions. 

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Managing Your Meds 

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Names of Medications 

Chemical name : 

N-acetyl-p-aminophenol 

 

Generic name: 
acetaminophen 

 

Brand name : 

Tylenol 

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Create a Medication Log 

.Name of Medication 
.Date & Time Taken 
.Dosage Taken 
.Any observations 
.Any side effects 
.Other comments 


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Bridges Binder Medication List 

Medication name 

Prescription number 

Prescribing doctor�s name 

Pharmacy contact info 

Side Effects 

Refills 

Instructions 

Cost 

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Take Medications to Office Visits 

Either take the medications in 
original containers or make sure to 
include updated info in your Bridges 
Binder and take it with you to office 
visits. 

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The Right Way to Take Meds 

You have to make sure that you: 

 take the right medicine 

 in the right dosage, 

in the right way , 

 at the right time! 

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Be on Time! 

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Schedule your medication 
around things you do 
every day such as taking it 
each morning with 
breakfast if you eat at 
about the same time 
every day. 
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Pay Close Attention 

�Take full course� = Finish entire contents of prescription 
even if you are feeling better., especially with antibiotics. 

�Take with food� = Take after eating. Some meds cause 
side effects on an empty stomach. 

�Take four times a day� = Take meds 4 different times 
daily , such as breakfast, lunch, dinner & before bed. 

�Take every four hours� = Take 6 times in 24 hours with 
about 4 hours between doses, even if you must wake up. 

 

 

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Be Consistent! 

.Don�t skip your meds. 
.Take them at about the 
same time daily. 
.Don�t take too little or 
too much! 
.Missing a dose could have a 
harmful effect on your 
health. 


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Other Instructions 

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MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW 
ALL INSTRUCTIONS! 

 

�Keep refrigerated.� 

�Shake well before using.� 

�May cause drowsiness.� 

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Don�t Forget!!! 

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Alcohol, nicotine and 
many other drugs such as 
marijuana, cocaine and 
meth can interact with 
medications and cause 
severe reactions and/or 
death! 
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Understanding Side Effects 

 

Keeping Up with Refills 

 

Safely Storing Meds 

 

Safely Disposing of Meds 

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What Else Do I Need to Know? 

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Pay Attention to Side Effects! 

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Be sure to read the 
printed information that 
accompanies your 
prescriptions and pay 
close attention to details 
about possible side 
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Safe Storage 

Always store medication 
in the container in which 
it was dispensed by the 
pharmacist. Do not 
remove the label until 
the medication is 
finished. 

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Keep Away from Children 

Always keep meds in 
a safe place, out of 
the reach or sight of 
children! 
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Safe Storage 

A bathroom cabinet 

is NOT a good place 
to store meds because 
of steam and heat from 
showers and baths. 

Most medications 
should be stored in 
cool, dry places. 

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Taking Meds Away from Home 

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Typically, schools 
require that the 
medication be brought 
to the school in the 
original packaging as 
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Safely Dispose of Old Meds! 

Do not flush medication 
down the toilet, as this 
contaminates water 
supplies. 

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Medication Errors 

� Missed or wrong medication 
� Wrong amount of medication 
� Medication taken at wrong time 
or in the wrong manner 
� Discontinued medication taken 
� Outdated medication taken 
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How to Handle 

Major Medication Errors 

Immediately contact: 
.Your Health Care Provider, 
.The Poison Control Center 
. Emergency 911 


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National Poison Control Center 

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New Medications 

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.Why it is being prescribed 
.What is the correct dosage 
.Are there any special instructions 
.What side effects are possible 
.What should you do if you miss a dose 
.How many refills are available 
.Is it covered by your insurance 
.How much will it cost 



Handling Prescriptions 

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.If the doctor gives you a written 
prescription you will need to take it to 
the pharmacy to get it filled. 
.Be sure to take your insurance card 
with you. There may be a co-pay. 
.If you will be taking the medication 
for a while, the prescription will 
probably have refills. 



Handling Refills 

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.You will want to make sure you order your refill 
before your medication is gone so you don�t miss 
any doses. 
.Mark your calendar to remind you of when to call 
in your prescription refill. 
.Call to order your refills as early as your insurance 
company allows. (Some insurers only allow refills 
when you have 2-3 days of medication remaining.) 



Time-Saving Tip 

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When your doctor wants 
you to take medication, 
ask during the office visit 
if the provider�s staff can 
transmit the prescription 
to your pharmacy via fax, 
computer or phone. 

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Special Circumstances 

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Prescriptions for controlled 
substances cannot be faxed 
and their use is carefully 
monitored. 

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Your Concerns are Important! 

.If you have any concerns or questions, talk to your 
health care providers and pharmacist! 
. Make sure you understand how and when to take your 
medication. 
.Make sure you understand any possible side effects to 
be aware of and what to do if you experience them. 


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What else do we need to know? 

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