The Brief Guide That Makes Remembering to Take Your Medication Simple
Whether it’s one pill or a medical cocktail, remembering to take daily medication isn’t as simple as it might seem.
With certain medications, missing even one dose can have serious consequences for your health and wellbeing.
If remembering to take your medication is a daily struggle, you’re not alone! Keep reading to learn useful tips and tricks that will help you stay on track and remember to take your pills.
Tip #1: Make Lists of Your Medication
Having a list of your daily medications is the first step to staying on top of them.
If your doctor prescribed seven pills a day, your list needs to contain every single one!
If using the pill names is confusing, write a small description of what the pill looks like. That way, you can quickly see if you’re missing the small white pill with a line down the middle, or the big green oval-shaped pill!
Tip #2: Take Your Medication at the Same Time Every Day
Making medication a part of your routine takes the thought out of the action. If it’s something you do without thinking about it, you technically don’t have to remember to do it…
Check with your doctor if any medication needs to be taken at a certain time of day. Then, be consistent. For example, you can take your pills immediately after breakfast or brushing your teeth, when you get back from your daily morning walk, or as your walk out the door to head to work.
Bonus Tip: Do you have a pet cat? Try taking your medication when you feed your cat. Your sweet fur-baby will not let you forget mealtime, so you won’t forget med-time!
Tip #3: Use a Day-Of-The-Week Pill Box
You can find pillboxes marked with the days of the week. And they don’t have to be an eyesore! Some pillboxes look sophisticated while keeping you organized. These make it easy to tell if you’ve taken your medication for the day or not.
Once you’ve filled each compartment, place the box away from moisture, heat, light, and curious children’s fingers.
Tip #4: Set A Reminder Alarm
Set a daily alarm to remind yourself to take your medication. Then, make sure to not be tempted by the snooze button!
Tip #5: Keep a Calendar
An important part about not skipping doses is remembering to collect repeat prescriptions from the pharmacy. Make a note of when each type of pill will run out, and put those dates on your calendar.
If you’re buying medications online, make sure to order a week or two before your pills run out to make sure it gets delivered on time!
It’s a good idea to phone your pharmacist a few days before you plan on collecting refills. If your medication isn’t in stock, they can order it before you need it!
A big part of choosing a pharmacy is seeing how they treat you and handle your specific needs. Most pharmacies allow you to collect refills one week before they run out. This gives you some flexibility in planning when you can go to the pharmacy.
Tip #6: Outsource a Brain
If none of these tips seem to work for you, call in for some help. Ask a reliable friend or family member to remind you about taking your medication. They can send you a message, give you a quick call, or even bring your pills to you with a glass of water.
Getting help and support from loved ones is a great way to look after yourself and keep your body in optimal health.
Look After Yourself and Take Your Medication
You should now have an arsenal of ways to remember to take your medication every day and ensure you don’t miss any doses.
Looking after yourself properly means taking the medication prescribed to you. Stay on top of your health and on top of your medication by using any (and all!) of the above tips!
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