Answers to Common Medication-Related Questions

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Everyone has questions from time to time about their medications. Your pharmacist is a great resource to help answer these types of questions! Pharmacists are the medication experts on your healthcare team. They have extensive education about medications, how they interact with one another, and how they can support your health. Here, we provide some answers to common medication-related questions featuring one of ExactCare’s own clinical pharmacists, Reeya Patel, PharmD, BCMTMS.

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FEATURED QUESTION

What should I do if I lose my medication?

Call your doctor or pharmacy right away. They will find a solution for you.

Some pharmacies can send emergency refills. This is a small amount of your prescription to help hold you over. Getting an emergency refill can depend on your state’s laws and insurance.

It is important to always keep your medication in a safe place that is easy to remember so you do not lose it.

If you are an ExactCare patient and have lost your medication, call 1-877-355-7225. Our pharmacists will help you.

Sources Behind This Post

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/how-to-get-prescription-refill-without-doctor#cost

https://helplinefaqs.nami.org/article/69-i-ve-run-out-of-my-medication-how-can-i-get-emergency-medication

https://www.medicare.gov/health-drug-plans/part-d/what-plans-cover/plan-rules

Information featured on the ExactCare website, including the Ask a Pharmacist page, should not be considered medical advice. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for advice regarding your personal health situation. If ExactCare is your pharmacy, call us directly to talk to your pharmacist: 1-877-355-7225

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