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Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if t a k i n g t h e medication
m a k e s y o u fe e l s i c k o r if y o u ex p e r i e n c e s i d e
e f fe c t s?
Never stop taking the medication on your own initiative and never change
the prescribed dose in any way. This increases the risk of resistance. If
the complaints persist or worsen, consult with your doctor.
Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u f in d it d i f f i c u l t t o
sw a l l ow t h e medication?
If the medication may be taken with food, you can first crush it in some
jam or yoghurt, for instance. Most drugs can be crushed, except for
capsules.
Wh a t s h o u l d y o u d o if y o u h a v e f o r g o t t e n t o
t a k e y o u r medication?
Take your medication immediately, as soon as you remember, and then
return to the usual pattern.
Wh a t a b o u t a l t e r n a t i v e m e d i c i n e s, h o m e o p a t h y
a n d p l a n t e x t r a c t s?
Every form of medication, even so-called harmless plant extracts and
products that you can obtain from a pharmacy or drug store without a
prescription, should first be discussed with your doctor. Even ‘harmless’
products can strengthen or weaken the effects of your medication.