Medication Management

Medications are essential for treating many diseases and managing long-term conditions, but they come with potential risks. To ensure your safety and optimize your treatment, Carson Gomez, AGPCNP, and the Mountainside Medical team in Stevensville, Montana, offer comprehensive medication management reviews. To learn more about how our medication management services can benefit you, call Mountainside Medical today or schedule an in-person or telehealth consultation online.

What Is Medication Management?

At Mountainside Medical, medication management ensures that your prescriptions provide the intended benefits while minimizing potential risks and side effects.

Understanding Medication Management:

• Side Effects: All medications can cause side effects, which may vary from mild annoyances to serious complications. For instance, while one person might experience no issues with beta-blockers for blood pressure, another might face depression, insomnia, or erectile dysfunction.
• Drug Interactions: Medications can interact with each other, increasing the risk of adverse effects. It’s crucial to monitor these interactions to prevent harmful outcomes.
• Effectiveness: If your current medication isn’t effectively managing your condition, there may be alternatives that work better for you.

Regular medication reviews are essential to address these concerns, ensuring your safety and optimal symptom control.

What Happens During a Medication Management Review?

During your medication management review at Mountainside Medical:

• Medical History and Current Status: Your provider will review your medical history and discuss your current health status and any issues you've experienced since your last review.
• Prescription Review: They will examine your current medications, including dosages and administration instructions, to ensure they are being taken as prescribed (e.g., at specific times or with/without food).
• Additional Supplements: Inform your provider about any herbal remedies, over-the-counter drugs, or dietary supplements you use, as these can affect your prescription medications.
• Testing: In some cases, blood samples may be taken to check drug levels and assess whether your condition is improving or worsening.

Outcomes of Medication Management

Following your review, your provider will:

• Recommend Adjustments: Suggest changes to your medication regimen, such as adjusting dosages or switching to alternative drugs if necessary.
• Advise on Follow-Up: Determine how frequently you should have medication management reviews, which could range from annually to every few months, depending on your needs.

To benefit from expert medication management and ensure your medications are working effectively for you, call Mountainside Medical today or schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment online.