Most pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and consumer advocates believe that to ensure the safe use of medicine, all patients must know important information about the medicines they are taking.

Here are the top ten questions you should have answered before you begin taking a new medicine:

1. What are the brand and generic names of the medicine?
2. Why do I need to take this medicine and is this medicine meant to replace any other drug that I am already taking?
3. What is the strength and dosage? How should I store the medicine?
4. What are the possible adverse effects? What should I do if they occur?
5. Is there any other medicine I should avoid while using this product?
6. I am allergic to _______ . Should I take this medicine?
7. How long should I take this medicine? What outcome should I expect?
8. When is the best time of day to take this medicine?
9. What do I do if I miss a dose?
10. Should I avoid any foods while taking this medicine?

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