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Medication Card Template
What Is a Medication Card?
A Medication Card is a written document that indicates the drugs and their dosage for the convenience of a patient, their doctor, and pharmacists tasked with supplying medication to consumers. The purpose of this instrument is to list all the drugs the patient is taking on a regular basis as well as the medication that should be administered in case the person's condition sharply deteriorates or there are unfortunate circumstances that prevent them from making healthcare decisions for themselves.
While the doctors and nurses will follow the necessary procedures when treating a patient who is unable to inform them about their wishes and choices regarding their health, information about the medications will allow the medical professionals to avoid dangerous drug interactions and select suitable treatment quicker.
You may download a Medication Card template via the link below.
How to Make a Medication Card?
Here are some tips for a patient who wants to create a personalized Medication Wallet Card:
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Print out the card on a durable material or laminate the paper afterwards - in the event of an emergency, you and people around you should have easy access to a list of drugs that can be examined promptly, and a small piece of paper can be ripped or damaged otherwise leaving you without instructions.
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When it comes to the Medication Card size, we recommend you to opt for a smaller format so that you can carry it with you in your wallet or purse, never taking it out before going to work or traveling . If you forgot the name of the drug and how much of the medicine you should take yet you are aware that skipping one or two doses will lead to harmful consequences for your health, you can always refer to this tool and refresh your memory - this is especially important for patients prescribed several types of drugs where dosage matters and certain combinations cancel the effects of medication.
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Think about the details that matter most to your illness or condition . You may disclose your diagnosis in the card before you list the drugs - this will help the doctor treating you select the right course of treatment if necessary. Write down the names of drugs you are taking and state how often you do it and what the dosage is. If you know about specific procedures or medications that improve your condition, consider adding them to the card in the remarks section.
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