Choosing the Right Medication

The medication that you and your doctor decide is best for you will depend on a number of factors, including (but not limited to):

• Are you allergic or sensitive to any drugs or their ingredients?
• How effective is it, and does it stay effective over time?
• How quickly does it get results?
• Can it be combined with another medication, now or in the future, for increased effect?
• Will it impact other health conditions (blood pressure, or balance, for example)?
• Will it interact badly with any other medications you are taking?
• Is it convenient?
• What are the side effects, are they typically transient or long-lasting, and can you tolerate them?
• What is the risk of a serious adverse effect or reaction?
• Are you able to administer the medication correctly at home?