Are you taking more than one medication?
To manage your medications and reduce your risk of falling:
- Report side effects right away – Talk to your pharmacist if your medication causes any unwanted side effects – especially if you feel confused, drowsy, dizzy, light-headed, unsteady, or if you have blurred or double vision.
- Take an active role when choosing your medications – Before taking any medication, including over-the-counter products, talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to make sure it is the best medication for you.
- Keep an up-to-date list of the medications you take – Know why you are taking each medication on your list, the names of your medications and what they look like.
- Ask questions and learn about your medications – Your pharmacist can help you understand what the medication is for, how to use it, possible side effects and what to do if you have a side effect. You may also be recommended to limit your use of alcohol since it may interact with your medications.
- Get your medications reviewed regularly – Review your medications with your pharmacist every 6 to 12 months to make sure you are taking the right medications and dosage, and to reduce side effects and interactions between medications.
Talk with a pharmacist to make sure your medications are not increasing your risk for falls.
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