Safety Guidelines for Taking Medications in General
Keep an updated list of all your medications and their dosages with you.
Take your medications exactly as prescribed.
Do not stop taking your medications unless you talk to your dentist first. Stopping your medication too early can cause the illness to return or make it more difficult to treat.
Do not double the dose of your medication.
If you miss a dose of your medication at the scheduled time, don't panic. Take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular medication schedule.
Do not keep outdated medication or medication that is no longer needed. Throw old medicines away.
Store medications in a dry area away from moisture (unless your dentist or pharmacist tells you the medicine needs to be refrigerated).
Always keep medications out of the reach of children.
Contact your dentist immediately if you experience any unusual side effects after taking your medication.
Do not share your medications with others.
If you store your medications in a container, label it with the medication name, dose, frequency and expiration date.
Anticipate when your medications will be running out and have your prescriptions renewed as necessary.
Use one pharmacy if possible.
Keep your medications in your carry-on luggage when you travel. Do not pack your medications in a suitcase that is checked, in case the suitcase is lost.
Take extra medication with you when you travel in case your flight is delayed and you need to stay away longer than planned.
Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic Department of Dentistry.
Toothache usually refers to pain around the teeth or jaws. In most instances, toothaches are caused by tooth or jaw problems, such as a dental cavity, a cracked tooth, an exposed tooth root, gum disease, disease of the jaw joint (TMJ), or spasms of the muscles used for chewing. A toothache can also be caused by a problem that does not originate from a tooth or the jaw, like diseases of the heart (angina or heart attack), ear infections, and sinus infections. A thorough oral examination, which includes dental X-rays, can help determine the cause.
Travelers should prepare for their trip by visiting their physician to get the proper vaccinations and obtain the necessary medication if they have a medical condition or chronic disease. Diseases that travelers may pick up from contaminated water or food, insect or animal bites, or from other people include malaria, meningococcal meningitis, yellow fever, hepatitis A, typhoid fever, polio, and cholera.
Taking prescription medications or over-the-counter drugs or supplements should be discussed with your doctor. There are some medications that have been found to cause no problems in pregnancy, however, medications such as Accutane for acne, should never be taken during pregnancy.
Oral Health RSS
Healthy Living Tips
