While it may not seem like a big deal when it happens, missing a dose or two of your medication can actually cause adverse side effects. This is why, as a home care agency in Stafford, Virginia, we always make sure our patients get to take their medication at the right time with the proper dosage.
Missing a dose of your medication can cause the following problems:
- Missing the best window of time.
Pain medications such as arthritis medications work best to treat symptoms before they start. Otherwise, the flare-ups may be harder to treat. - The treatment failing.
Not finishing antibiotics can cause your infection to last longer or eventually come back. - Experiencing “withdrawal” effects.
Some medications such as antidepressants can cause chemical changes in the brain and bring about withdrawal symptoms such as anxiety, sleep problems, flu-like symptoms, mood changes, etc. - Your disease becoming harder to treat.
Skipping medications such as HIV medication can cause a strain to gain resistance to the treatment. - A risk of serious complications.
Missing medication such as blood pressure pills could risk chances of heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, or other complications.
Are you looking for personal care services in Virginia to help you with managing your medication? Come on over to Live With A Purpose Home Care LLC.
We have registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, caregivers, and home health aides to help you improve your standard of living.