What should I do if I experience an adverse effect from my medication?

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If you experience any adverse effect from a medicine, you should call your healthcare professional. You are also encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the company that manufactured the medicine or the FDA.

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How Will Sharecare Educate Me About My Health?

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Patient Education

Patient eduction involves the management of your healthcare. Pharmacists play a valuable role in educating you on medications and the accurate dosages used to treat your condition. It is important to become aware of harmful drug interactions, possible side effects including allergies and if certain foods are to be avoided while on the medication.

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