Part III in a Series:
Steps to Improve the Doctor Visits for the Person with Alzheimer’s Disease

The Medication Log

How many of you are caring for a person who takes more than one medication? How can you keep track of these medications?

The Medication Log:

• Keeps medication in order
• Keeps the doctor(s) informed
• Helps multiple care partners to keep track of what medications to give when

Include on the Medication log:

• Prescription medications
• Over-the-counter products
• Vitamins
• Herbal Supplements
• Dosages
• Possible side effects
• Special instructions

Sample Medication Log:

It’s important to:

• Update the medication log each time a new medication or supplement is prescribed.
• Bring a copy of the medication log to every doctor visit.
• Bring your medicine bottles to every doctor visit.

WHY? You can ask the doctor to help you:

• Keep track of medicines
• Start the log
• Understand what the medicines are for and side
  effects

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