PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN USING DRUGS

While the medications you are taking aim to improve your health, it’s crucial to recognize their potential harm to those around you. To mitigate the risk of accidental exposure, specific precautions are recommended and should be diligently observed throughout your therapy. Accidental absorption can occur through direct contact with the drug or by touching objects that have been in contact with it.

Here is a comprehensive list of precautions to ensure the safety of those in your vicinity:

Regarding Medication:

  1. Keep medications out of reach of children and animals.
  2. Store drugs in the container provided by the pharmacist or nurse, ensuring it is labeled with your name.
  3. Store drugs away from food.
  4. Do not crush or cut tablets.
  5. Do not break open or crush capsules.
  6. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after taking your medication.
  7. Dispose of any unused medication or related waste in the designated container provided by the pharmacist or nurse, clearly identified for proper destruction at the pharmacy.

Specific Measures During Treatment:

Protection:

  1. Limit the number of people handling your medication, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid any contact.
  2. Inform individuals handling your medication or items that may have come into contact with it or your bodily fluids (blood, urine, vomit, stool, etc.) to wear GLOVES, as the drug may be present in some concentration.
  3. Despite wearing gloves, it’s crucial to thoroughly wash hands after handling these drugs.
  4. Specific contraceptive measures may apply during and after the treatment. Consult your healthcare professional.

Washing and Hygiene:

  1. These measures typically apply for the duration of treatment and an additional 4 to 7 days after completion. Confirm with your healthcare professional.
  2. Wash clothing, bedding, and objects contaminated by your medication or bodily fluids (blood, urine, etc.) separately.
  3. To prevent splashing, urinate sitting on the toilet, close the lid, and flush twice.
  4. Wash your hands after using the toilet.

These precautions may be adjusted by your physician or pharmacist based on your specific case. If you have questions, contact the clinic where you are receiving treatment.