Keeping a current and complete list of your medications is important for you to
- Ensure your health care provider (HCP) has all the information needed to help you make informed decisions about your care plan
- Reduces the likelihood of medication errors (prescribing and drug interactions)
- May provide your HCP with insight into your current symptoms
Complete and print The Safe Meds VIP Current Medication List
- Before every visit with a health care provider (doctor, dentist, podiatrists, etc.)
- Before visiting your pharmacy
- Before any scheduled surgeries or medical procedures
Safe Meds VIP Tip: Having a printed list is better for most HCPs – they can copy it or scan it into your electronic health record (EHR). Keep a copy in/on your freezer or in an envelope where you store your medications – these are the common placed that EMS will look in an emergency.