My suggestion is that if you forget to take a dose of medication by a few hours take the medication. If it's time for the next dose then skip it altogether (do not double up). If you are not sure, try counting your pills-- if that does not help you are likely better off by skipping the dose altogether. If it is a medication likely to cause withdrawal symptoms if not taken, then you will definitely know that you have skipped the dose (though most meds will not start to show withdrawal symptoms unless more than one dose is missed).
I definitely agree with Alison, investing in a weekly pill container is a great idea!
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Dear Free2bMe,
My suggestion is that if you forget to take a dose of medication by a few hours take the medication. If it's time for the next dose then skip it altogether (do not double up). If you are not sure, try counting your pills-- if that does not help you are likely better off by skipping the dose altogether. If it is a medication likely to cause withdrawal symptoms if not taken, then you will definitely know that you have skipped the dose (though most meds will not start to show withdrawal symptoms unless more than one dose is missed).
I definitely agree with Alison, investing in a weekly pill container is a great idea!
June 22, 2009 - 5:44amThis Comment
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