When will my medication begin working?
After starting a new medication, you may wonder when you will be able to feel it start to work. The following can all affect how long it takes for your medication to begin working:
- The type of medication.
- The form of the medication (tablet, capsule, etc.).
- Your condition that the medication is being used to treat.
- Your body and how it responds to the medication.
Medications that tend to work quickly include:
- Inhalers
- Pain relievers
- Antibiotics
While other types of medications can take longer to start feeling the effects, like:
- Cholesterol medication
- Antipsychotic medication
- Antidepressants
Some medications can be dangerous to stop taking abruptly and cause unwanted side effects, such as mental health medications. Click here to learn more.
You can always ask your doctor or pharmacist how long it should take to notice results from a medication. Never stop taking a medication without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. It is important to continue your treatment plan even if you are feeling better.
If you are an ExactCare patient and have questions about your medication, give us a call at 1-877-355-7225. Our pharmacists are here to help!
Sources Behind This Post
https://www.uspharmacist.com/article/oral-inhaled-medications-beyond-bronchodilators#:~:text=1%2C2,with%20various%20advantages%20and%20disadvantages.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/pharmacology-toxicology-and-pharmaceutical-science/drug-absorption
