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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


Who can help me with my medications after I leave the hospital?

Leaving the hospital can feel like a relief, but it can also bring many changes. You may go home with:

  • New medications.
  • Changes to medications you already take.
  • New instructions for how and when to take your medications.

It is not always easy to keep this information straight. It can feel even harder as you adjust to your new routine at home.

Having the right pharmacy support can help you feel more confident and stay on track with your medications.

How can ExactCare help?

Our pharmacy team can help make managing your medications less stressful. You can think of us as part of your healthcare team after you leave the hospital.

We make managing your medications easier so you can focus on your recovery by:

  • Coordinating any recommended medication changes with your doctors.
  • Helping you understand how and when to take your medications.
  • Delivering your medication straight to your door in secure and discreet packaging.
  • Working with your doctors, so you don’t have to handle refills on your own.
  • Reviewing your medications monthly for potential health risks.

How does ExactCare make it easier to take medication?

Taking several medications every day can be confusing and a lot to remember. That’s why we offer easy-to-use packaging.

Your medication comes pre-sorted and packaged in packets by day and time. This makes it easier for you to take your medications as prescribed.

This is an example of what ExactCare’s medication packaging looks like.

Will ExactCare review my medications after my hospital visit?

After your hospital stay, an ExactCare pharmacist can review your medications. They can help answer questions like:

  • Which medications are new?
  • Which medications should I stop taking?
  • What is each medication for?
  • Are there any side effects to watch for?

Does ExactCare also help caregivers?

ExactCare understands the responsibility that comes with managing someone else’s health and medications. We help simplify medication management for both patients and their caregivers.

Get Started with ExactCare

Need help managing your medications? Getting started is easy! You can also click here to learn more about us on our website.

  • Call us at 1-844-287-1609. We are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • Fill out this short form on our website. Enter your information. Then click Submit and Get Started. A team member will reach out to you soon.

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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