Medication Q&A

  • •When should I take products that say "between meals"?

    "Between meals" refers to the time about 2 hours after eating. This means between meals, not during meals. The time to take the medicine is determined based on the nature of the medicine, so if you do not take it at the prescribed time, it may affect the effectiveness or cause side effects, so please take the medicine exactly as instructed.

  • • I have irregular meals and can't eat three times a day, but do I still have to take the medicine three times a day?

    It is generally considered better to take medicines that are instructed to be taken three times a day after each meal, even if you have not eaten. It is a mistake to think that you should not take the medicine because the medicine packet says to take it after a meal and you have not eaten. Most medicines can be taken without meals, except for medicines for diabetes that regulate blood sugar levels due to meals. Some medicines are not recommended, so if you have irregular eating or lifestyle patterns, please consult with the pharmacist at the pharmacy counter when you receive your medicine.

  • • Can I take my medicine with something other than water?

    There are some drinks that do not mix well with the medicine, so the general rule is to take it with water or cooled boiled water. Recently, it has also been said that there is no problem with taking it with tea.