10 Questions To Ask When Your Doctor Prescribes a New Drug To You
- Why do I need the medicine?
- What will the medicine do?
- Are there any other treatment options?
- What is the trade name of the medicine?
- What is the generic (chemical) name of the medicine?
- How much does the medicine cost?
- Is a generic form of the medicine available?
- Would a generic form be appropriate for me?
- Is there a similar medicine that will work almost as well and be less expensive?
- Can I start with a prescription for a few days to make sure the medicine agrees with me
