SmartMinder™ lets you keep up with medication while you are going about your daily life. There is no special equipment to purchase; reminders are sent to your existing pager or cell phone. There is no elaborate system to program or alarms to set—you just tell us what reminders you want and when you would like to receive them, and we take care of the rest. And unlike medication alert boxes or computer reminders, you can be anywhere and still receive the reminders you need.

Not taking medication as prescribed by the doctor could have a negative effect on a person’s medical condition. For one reason or another, about 50% of people do not use their medication as directed.

• Noncompliance contributes to 10 percent of hospitalizations, 25 percent of nursing home admissions and the loss of 20 million workdays per year.
  
  
• Annual costs of noncompliance are estimated to be greater than $100 billion.
  
  
• It is important to know all you can about your medication. Here are some healthful "tips" you should know about taking your medication.
  
  
  • Know why you take the medication.
  • Know how much medication you should take and how often.
  • Know how to take the medication.
  • Know if you should avoid anything while taking the medication.
  • Know when your next refill is due. Call your pharmacist and your medication can be ready for you at your convenience.

In order for your medication to do its job, it should be taken as your doctor prescribed. If you have questions about how to take your medication, it is very important to talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

There are many reasons why people may not follow their doctor's instructions. Often it is hard to fit taking medication into daily life. One great tip for taking your medication is to set up a personal reminder or a "cue". This "cue" should be something from your daily routine that also reminds you to take your medication. Some examples include:

• Around or at meal times (unless directed to take on an empty stomach)
  
• Brushing your teeth
  
• Watching your favorite TV program
  
• Paging or other reminder system

Using a reminder from your daily routine can help you get the most out of your medication. You need to be aware of the importance of using medication as prescribed - in the proper amount, in the right way, for the required time period. By taking your medication as prescribed by your doctor, you may have a better health outcome and impact your own quality of life.

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