9) Drink plenty of fluids while taking medication. This can help to relieve problems such as dizziness.
10) Pay attention to mood changes. Mood changes can happen when medication is beginning to wear off, a change to long-acting or extended release medication can help to reduce mood changes. If severe mood changes are occurring, speak with your doctor immediately.
It is important to keep track of changes, side effects and the effectiveness of medication. Often, finding the correct medication and dosage is a matter of trial and error. When beginning medication, it is important to keep in close contact with your physician and let them know of any problems or concerns you may have.
