Medication Management

Consider medication management if you’re among the millions of Americans taking two or more prescription drugs. At FirstPointMD in the Floral Park neighborhood of Long Island in New York, experienced primary care physician Ravin Patel, MD, uses medication management to help people stay healthy and reduce the risk of negative interactions. Call FirstPointMD today to schedule a medication management consultation or book your appointment online.

Who can benefit from medication management?

Anyone taking prescription medication, nutritional supplements, or vitamins can benefit from medication management at FirstPointMD. That’s particularly true if you use these drugs to manage a specific medical condition, like high blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol. 

Certain medications aren’t safe to take together, but you might not know it. Medication management provides peace of mind and ensures you achieve the optimal benefits from your medications and supplements. 

What does medication management involve?

At FirstPointMD, Dr. Patel tailors medication management to your personal needs. Even so, each treatment plan includes:

Review of your medications

Dr. Patel reviews the medications, vitamins, and supplements you take. Let him know how often you take each and the exact dosages. If you drink alcohol or use other substances like marijuana, let Dr. Patel know about that as well. He isn’t there to judge you, but this information ensures your safety.

Lab tests

Dr. Patel orders bloodwork and urinalysis to assess the levels of medications and supplements in your body. He compares the results of these tests with the medicines you take, ensuring you maintain the proper dosages.

A personalized medication schedule

After gathering the necessary information, Dr. Patel creates a personalized medication schedule. More specifically, he creates a daily routine mapped on a chart or calendar. The schedule explains when to take each medication, how often, and if you need to eat beforehand.

Dr. Patel alerts you to side effects you need to be aware of and the risks of potentially dangerous interactions. Dr. Patel writes a prescription if you need any new medication. He also explains how many refills you have and answers your questions.

Routine checkups

During medication management, Dr. Patel monitors your progress with regular checkups. The efficacy of some medications plateaus over time, so you might need to make changes to your medication schedule.

Can medication management help if I have a chronic condition?

Yes. At FirstPointMD, Dr. Patel uses medication management to effectively treat chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and high cholesterol. 

Since chronic conditions require a lifetime of treatment, it’s crucial that your medications work optimally. Medication management reduces your risk of complications and helps you achieve the best possible quality of life.

Call FirstPointMD today to explore the benefits of medication management, or book your appointment online.