Start with the generic medicine name
Look for the medicine name written by the clinician. It is often the most useful way to find reliable information, even when a brand name is also written on the prescription.
Do not substitute a similarly named medicine, change a dose or rely on a previous pack without speaking to the treating team.
Keep the strength and form together
A medicine name is incomplete without its strength and form. For example, a tablet strength may be written in milligrams. Keep a clear photo or copy of the prescription so the clinician’s instructions can be checked during any assessment.
Use the cancer type only as a starting point
Cancer type can make browsing less intimidating, but it cannot determine the right medicine. Diagnosis, test results, other medicines and the treating clinician’s judgement all matter.
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