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Course overview
Lesson Overview

6.8 – How to Report Problems with Medication: Reporting medication issues quickly ensures your safety and improves care for others. If you experience unexpected side effects or a bad reaction, document what happened and when. Contact your doctor or pharmacist before stopping the medicine unless it’s an emergency. They can guide whether to change the dose, switch drugs, or schedule a follow-up. For serious reactions, report them to the FDA’s MedWatch program or through your healthcare provider’s system. Clear reports help identify risks that may not appear in testing. Keep note of the medication’s name, dose, and the lot number from the bottle if available. Sharing detailed feedback protects others from similar problems. Taking initiative shows maturity and builds your role as an active participant in your care. Medication safety grows through honest communication, not silence. Each report strengthens the bridge between patients, professionals, and better medicine design.

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