Allergies and side effects
Know your medication allergies and side effects and report unusual side effects to a healthcare provider immediately.
Know your medication allergies and side effects and report unusual side effects to a healthcare provider immediately.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing a baby.
Know how your medications interact with each other and any nonprescription medications or herbals you may take, including cold remedies and vitamins.
If you get a rash, start itching, vomiting, or have trouble breathing after starting a medication, get emergency medical care immediately, as you may be showing signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Renew your medications in advance, so you don't run out, and know what to do if you miss a dose.
The more information you have about using your medications safely, the better you can prevent medication errors and care for yourself.
For medication-related inquiries, you may contact Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare call center by selecting pharmacy services extension and requesting a video call with the pharmacist. Detailed instructions on your medication are also accessible via MyChart.
Antibiotics are powerful medicines that fight bacterial infections. Used properly, antibiotics can save lives. They either kill bacteria or keep them from reproducing. Your body’s natural defenses can usually take it from there.
Antibiotics do NOT fight infections caused by viruses, such as:
• Colds
• Flu
• Most coughs and bronchitis
• Sore throats, unless caused by strep
If a virus is making you sick, taking antibiotics may do more harm than good. You increase the chance that bacteria in your body will be able to resist antibiotics each time you take them. Later, you could get or spread an infection that those antibiotics cannot cure.
When you take antibiotics, follow the directions carefully. It is important to finish your medicine, even if you feel better.
Do NOT save antibiotics for later or use someone else’s prescription. These steps can help you prevent antibiotic resistance.
This content is for informational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a healthcare professional. It is important that you rely on the advice of a healthcare professional for your specific condition.