After the hospital lost my medication list, I had to change my system to avoid going for three days without Xanax and I’m in withdrawal. When you go through the ER they don’t have your health information along with your medication list.
Because I have a Mental Illness I’ve separated those meds from the others.
At the top of the page, I write the day it was updated
12/2/24
Medication List and Health Conditions
Mental Health Medications
There is a chance the doctor isn’t familiar with mental health drugs when they see the name. Separating by using Mental Health meds first will hopefully get their attention since many of my meds have to be taken at a specific time or close to.
If you have unusual medications you may want to put top.
Other Medications
Health Conditions
Other Instructions
I end with special instructions like I have an implant and can not have an MRI.
You must always have a copy for yourself and the others who are likely taking you to the doctor or ER. It will help if you have a copy on your phone too. If I ever go to the hospital again, I’m taking enough copies to give to everyone.
You have to keep your medication list up to date, if you forget one, write it in.
I think this information will help all the doctors, and doctors will understand medical issues they may not have in their files. Will also create a conversation if needed.
Melinda
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